Prevalence of Poor Sleep Quality among Indian Anaesthesiologists and its Impact on Work Performance: A Nation-wide Cross-Sectional Study

This cross-sectional, questionnaire-based observational study aims to assess sleep quality among Indian anaesthesiologists. There is limited data on sleep health among Indian anaesthesiologists, despite their high-risk work environment and irregular shifts. The study will use globally validated tools i.e. the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) to measure key sleep-related outcomes. In addition, the study will gather data on occupational workload (shift pattern, night calls, working hours), lifestyle factors (caffeine, alcohol, smoking), and perceived stress at home and work. Respondents will also be asked about the perceived impact of sleep issues on clinical performance, including fatigue, concentration, and decreased productivity.

The primary outcome will be the proportion of participants with poor sleep quality, defined as PSQI score more than 5. Secondary outcomes include prevalence of excessive sleepiness (ESS more than 10), associations between risk factors and sleep scores, and the impact of poor sleep on work performance. The findings are expected to provide insight into the sleep health of anaesthesia professionals and suggest strategies to improve clinician well-being and patient care.