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Abstract

Background: Spinal anesthesia has been a popular method in the course of surgical and diagnosis activities but is still a misunderstood phenomenon by non-medical people. Misconceptions and failure to make informed choices in healthcare may arise due to low levels of awareness, which are common among undergraduate female students not pursuing a career in the medical field.
 Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the level of awareness of spinal anesthesia in female non-medical undergraduates of private universities in Peshawar.
 Study Design: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study.
 Place and Duration of Study. Department of Anesthesia Abasyn University Peshawar kpk from August to December 2024
 Methods: The Study Conducted at Department of Anesthesia Abasyn University Peshawar from August to December 2024 385 participants through convenience sampling at four private universities, of kpk The data on demographics, awareness, perception, and preference were collected through a questionnaire conducted in the form of a Google form. Ethics approval was obtained, and the data were analyzed using SPSS version 27 to produce descriptive statistics.
 Results: It was found that 62.3 percent did not know the procedure, and the majority of them knew little about the safety and side effects of the procedure. Social media and family were the primary informal sources through which people learned about spinal anesthesia. Most (56.9%) had the reluctance to perform the procedure because of pain back problems, and paralysis. The results highlight the need for in-depth educational campaigns to promote further awareness and dispel misconceptions.
 Conclusion: This study suggests that specific health education programs on the knowledge of spinal anesthesia are necessary among non-medical students, especially female undergraduates. By filling these gaps, education can ensure informed healthcare choices, as well as boost the health literacy of communities.