Burnout in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit

Purpose of ReviewBurnout syndrome is characterised by depersonalisation, emotional exhaustion, and low personal accomplishment. This paper seeks to discuss the prevalence of burnout in the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU), contributing factors, and potential interventions.Recent FindingsThere is marked variation in the reported prevalence rates for burnout syndrome among healthcare workers, but PICU physicians appear to be at increased risk. There is currently insufficient evidence to support any one intervention to ameliorate the symptoms of burnout syndrome, but a multifaceted approach with systematic interventions in the PICU environment and individual-focused treatment of early signs of BOS may be reasonable to reduce the impact of burnout in this critical care setting.SummaryBurnout syndrome is increasingly recognised in physicians in intensive care, particularly in the PICU. Prevention and early treatment may significantly improve outcomes for healthcare workers in the PICU, with the potential to enhance patient care.