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Brief Educational Video Improves Patient Understanding of Mohs Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Matthew J Lin1, Danielle P Dubin1, Shannon Younessi2
1Division of Dermatologic Surgery, Department of Dermatology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York.
Summary
Educational videos significantly improve patient knowledge of Mohs surgery. For patients awaiting their first consultation, these videos may also reduce anxiety and enhance understanding.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Medical Education
- Surgical Procedures
Background:
- Patient recall of medical information is often limited.
- Effective patient education is crucial for informed consent and adherence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of an educational video on patient knowledge, anxiety, and understanding of Mohs surgery.
- To assess the video's effectiveness in patients with and without prior consultations.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 120 patients undergoing Mohs surgery.
- Sixty patients viewed an instructional video; 60 served as controls.
- Surveys assessed knowledge, anxiety, and understanding post-intervention.
Main Results:
- The video group demonstrated significantly higher knowledge scores (78% vs. 56%, p < .01).
- No significant differences in anxiety or understanding were observed in the overall group.
- Patients without prior consultations showed improved knowledge, understanding, and reduced anxiety in the video group.
Conclusions:
- A brief educational video effectively enhances patient knowledge of Mohs surgery.
- For patients new to Mohs surgery, videos may also reduce anxiety and improve understanding.
- Educational videos are a valuable tool for improving patient preparedness for Mohs surgery.
