Satisfaction of Patients Undergoing Hand Surgery

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Surgical Patient Care

Background:

• Patient satisfaction is a key indicator of healthcare quality.
• Understanding patient experiences post-hand surgery is crucial for improving care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess patient satisfaction with hospitalization and surgical outcomes after hand surgery.
• To identify areas for improvement in healthcare for hand surgery patients.

Main Methods:

• A cross-sectional, observational clinical study.
• Involved 54 patients (18-75 years) undergoing corrective hand surgery.
• Utilized a quali-quantitative approach in a specialized hand care teaching hospital.

Main Results:

• High patient satisfaction reported across 11 evaluated moments (means 8-10).
• Other evaluated moments showed satisfaction means between 5 and 8.
• No satisfaction averages fell below 5.

Conclusions:

• Humanized healthcare, particularly managing surgical consequences, is vital for patient satisfaction.
• Pain, limited range of motion, and paresthesia require focused follow-up.
• Effective management of these post-surgical issues enhances patient satisfaction.