Ambulatory proctology surgery--an Indian experience

Area of Science:

• Colorectal Surgery
• Surgical Outcomes
• Patient Care

Background:

• Proctological surgeries are commonly performed for various benign ano-rectal pathologies.
• Outpatient surgical procedures aim to reduce healthcare costs and improve patient convenience.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the outcomes of proctological surgeries conducted on an outpatient (day care) basis.
• To assess the safety, efficacy, and patient satisfaction associated with day care proctological procedures.

Main Methods:

• A retrospective study was conducted involving 3256 patients.
• Data collected included patient demographics, anesthesia type, surgical procedure, and postoperative complications.
• Patient satisfaction was assessed post-procedure.

Main Results:

• The study included 3256 patients with a mean age of 37.5 years; 61% were male.
• No mortality was observed. The mean hospital stay was 8.4 hours, with a complication rate of 2.9%.
• A high patient satisfaction rate of 81.4% was reported.

Conclusions:

• Day care proctological procedures are a safe and effective surgical option.
• This approach effectively reduces healthcare costs without compromising patient safety (morbidity/mortality).
• The majority of patients find day care proctological procedures acceptable.