Patient Information and Consent in Elective ENT Surgery
Author Information
Author(s): Georgalas Christos, Ganesh Kulandaivelu, Papesch Eva
Primary Institution: Whipps Cross University Hospital
Hypothesis
What are the important information pathways for patients undergoing elective ENT surgery and how do they correlate with patient and doctor factors?
Conclusion
Patients are moderately satisfied with the information received before surgery, highlighting the importance of written material and non-medical information sources.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients rated their overall satisfaction with information received as 6.3 out of 10.
- Quality of information from the preadmission clinic was rated highest at 8/10.
- Education level was correlated with satisfaction, with higher education leading to lower satisfaction.
Takeaway
Patients need good information before surgery, and they like written materials and advice from doctors, but they also look for information online.
Methodology
Cross-sectional questionnaire survey of patients undergoing elective non-oncological otolaryngology procedures.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in responses related to the quality of service provided by the hospital team.
Limitations
The study may have biases due to non-blinded, non-randomized design and reliance on patient self-reports.
Participant Demographics
Mean age 37.8 years, 48% female, education levels varied with 40% having A levels and 19% having university education.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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