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    • Thoracic medicine
    • Pulmonary procedures
    • Patient experience research

    Background:

    • Fiberoptic bronchoscopy (FOB) is a common thoracic procedure causing patient discomfort, impacting satisfaction.
    • Patient experience is crucial for shaping healthcare services, as recommended by UK health authorities.
    • Understanding factors influencing FOB satisfaction is key to improving patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess factors related to tolerance and satisfaction in patients undergoing FOB.
    • To identify predictors of patient comfort and satisfaction during FOB.
    • To inform strategies for enhancing the patient experience during FOB.

    Main Methods:

    • A study involving 108 consecutive patients undergoing FOB.
    • Assessment of patient-reported comfort and amnesia.
    • Correlation analysis between comfort, amnesia, bronchoscopist's tolerance assessment, and WHO performance status.

    Main Results:

    • A significant relationship exists between patient-reported comfort and complete amnesia of FOB.
    • No significant relationship was found between patient comfort and the bronchoscopist's assessment of tolerance.
    • Poorer patient comfort during FOB may be associated with lower WHO performance status.

    Conclusions:

    • Patient amnesia is a key factor in perceived comfort during FOB.
    • Bronchoscopist's assessment may not fully capture patient tolerance.
    • Identifying factors influencing FOB satisfaction can guide improvements in patient experience and outcomes.