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Awake craniotomy. A patient`s perspective.
Khalid M Bajunaid1, Abdulrazag M Ajlan
1Department of Neurosurgery, Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Neurosciences (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)
|July 14, 2015
Summary
Patients undergoing awake craniotomy for brain tumor resection generally tolerated the procedure well. Most patients reported no pain or recollection of the surgery, though further pain management is suggested.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
- Patient Experience Research
Background:
- Awake craniotomy is a neurosurgical technique used for brain tumor resection.
- Understanding patient experiences is crucial for improving surgical care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore and report the personal experiences of patients undergoing awake craniotomy for brain tumor resection.
- To gather qualitative data on patient perceptions during and after the procedure.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative descriptive survey was employed.
- Patients completed a standard questionnaire post-discharge.
- Nine patients meeting inclusion criteria were included.
Main Results:
- Three patients had no recollection of the operation.
- Five patients reported auditory recollections.
- Two-thirds (6/9) did not perceive pain; however, 5 recalled head clamp fixation, with 2 reporting moderate pain.
- No patients found the surgery more difficult than anticipated.
Conclusions:
- Awake craniotomy for brain tumor resection is well-tolerated by most patients.
- The majority of patients did not recall pain during the procedure.
- Further research is recommended to enhance pain and discomfort management during awake craniotomies.