Patient Satisfaction After Ankle Injury Treatment
Author Information
Author(s): Schwab Patrik R, Benneker Lorin M, Eggli Stefan, Zimmermann Heinz, Exadaktylos Aristomenis K
Primary Institution: Inselspital, University of Berne
Hypothesis
Does follow-up care by a general practitioner affect patient satisfaction compared to follow-up in an emergency room?
Conclusion
Patients can be referred to their general practitioner for follow-up treatment without affecting their satisfaction with the care received.
Supporting Evidence
- 98% of patients were satisfied with their treatment.
- 93% of patients were satisfied with the treatment outcome.
- No significant difference in satisfaction between the ER and GP groups.
Takeaway
If you hurt your ankle, it doesn't matter if you see a doctor at the hospital or your family doctor later; you'll still feel happy with the care you get.
Methodology
This was a prospective, randomized study with 100 patients suffering from lateral ankle ligament injuries, divided into two groups for follow-up care.
Limitations
The study did not require formal ethical approval as it was classified as a quality control investigation.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 16 to 64, with a mean age of 34 years in the ER group and 35 years in the GP group.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.7406
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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