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Psychological interventions in the pre-surgical period
M S Alberts1, J S Lyons, R J Moretti
1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Medical School.
International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine
|January 1, 1989
Summary
Pre-surgical psychological interventions enhance surgical recovery and patient adjustment. This review categorizes interventions and recommends effective implementation strategies for improved outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Medical Interventions
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Pre-surgical psychological interventions are crucial for patient adjustment and recovery.
- Existing literature explores various intervention types to improve surgical outcomes.
- Cost-effectiveness is a key consideration in pre-surgical psychological support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on pre-surgical psychological interventions.
- To categorize and discuss different intervention approaches.
- To identify research limitations and provide implementation recommendations.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on pre-surgical psychological interventions.
- Categorization of interventions into information-based, behaviorally-oriented, and insight-oriented approaches.
- Analysis of previous research demonstrating the utility of each intervention type.
Main Results:
- Three main classifications of pre-surgical psychological interventions were identified.
- Evidence supports the utility of information-based, behaviorally-oriented, and insight-oriented approaches.
- Limitations in current research were noted, impacting definitive conclusions.
Conclusions:
- Pre-surgical psychological interventions can improve adjustment and recovery.
- Effective implementation requires addressing identified research limitations.
- Further research is recommended to optimize intervention strategies and cost-effectiveness.