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Does postal consent for flexible cystoscopy work?

Daniel Peter McNicholas1, Lee Chien Yap2, Usman M Haroon2

  • 1Department of Urology, James Connolly Memorial Hospital, Dublin, Ireland. danielmcnicholas3@gmail.com.

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Postal consent is a suitable method for obtaining informed consent for flexible cystoscopy, a common urological procedure. Patients found the mailed information clear and beneficial, with most signing the form before their appointment.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Surgical Procedures
  • Patient Consent

Background:

  • Informed consent is crucial before any surgical procedure.
  • Flexible cystoscopy is a standard urological investigation for visible hematuria.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of postal consent for flexible cystoscopy.
  • To determine patient satisfaction and understanding with mailed consent materials.

Main Methods:

  • Patients received an information leaflet and consent form by mail two weeks before flexible cystoscopy.
  • A post-procedure questionnaire assessed patient satisfaction and comprehension.

Main Results:

  • 67 questionnaires were completed; 93% found postal consent beneficial.
  • 91% felt the information sheet was adequate, and 81% understood the consent form.
  • 60% of patients signed the consent form before hospital arrival.

Conclusions:

  • Postal consent is widely used for gastrointestinal endoscopy but less reported for flexible cystoscopy.
  • This study indicates postal consent is a viable option for flexible cystoscopy.
  • Patient feedback suggests high satisfaction and understanding with the postal consent process.