Second victim syndrome in surgeons: systematic review and meta-analysis of the impact of adverse events on surgeons
SVS significantly impacts surgeons' global well-being, leading to burnout and attrition. Effective interventions require a multifaceted approach, including peer support, resilience training, and institutional changes that normalize emotional responses, encourage disclosure, and address barriers to seeking help. Targeted support for at-risk groups may also be necessary.
Authors
- Lynda Wyld (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4046-5940)
- James Bryan
- Susan Moug (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9969-9760)
- Jenna Morgan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5337-5581)
- Carly Bisset (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3331-4420)
- Adele Ketley
- Kate Cavanagh
Institutions
- University of Sussex (GB)
- Royal Alexandra Hospital (GB)
- Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
- University of Glasgow (GB)
- University of Sheffield (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- British journal of surgery
- Published
- 2025-11-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znaf258
- Primary Topic
- Patient Safety and Medication Errors
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00