Medizinische Universität Graz Austria/Österreich - Forschungsportal - Medical University of Graz
Gewählte Publikation:
Pavic, S.
Evaluation of early postoperative discomforts and perioperative satisfaction in urological patients of the University Hospital LKH Graz
Humanmedizin; [ Diplomarbeit ] Medizinische Universität Graz; 2023. pp. 68
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- Autor*innen der Med Uni Graz:
- Betreuer*innen:
- Hammer Sascha
- Schittek Gregor Alexander
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- Abstract Background Patient satisfaction regarding anesthesia is primarily diminished by postoperative pain and the occurrence of nausea and vomiting. The aim of this study is to investigate the current situation, early postoperative discomforts, and perioperative satisfaction in urological patients at the University Hospital LKH Graz in order to identify potential areas for improvement. Methods This prospective, single-center cross-sectional study was conducted at the University Hospital LKH Graz. A total of 395 questionnaires (anesthesiology follow-up questionnaire according to Hüppe M et al.) were handed out to female patients in the Urology Department of the University Hospital LKH Graz following elective surgeries. These questionnaires included questions about the extent of potential discomforts experienced and current satisfaction. Additionally, the influence of personalized music and subsequent iced tea on early postoperative discomforts and perioperative satisfaction was investigated. Results Based on the data obtained in our study, we found that 360 patients (approximately 93.51%) reported no physical complaints, while only 25 patients (approximately 6.49%) experienced physical complaints during the study period, with no significant difference between the groups. The overall satisfaction of our patients was consistently above 90% in all three groups for questions regarding satisfaction with specific parameters (Fig. 5-14). This suggests that patient satisfaction after urological surgery is at a very high level, while physical discomfort has been minimized. Conclusion After comparing all the data obtained through the study, we found that there were no significant differences between patients in terms of early postoperative discomfort and perioperative satisfaction in urologic patients. For us, offering headphones or iced tea did not provide the statistically significant improvement we were looking for. However, it has opened the doors for further research and possible improvements in patient satisfaction through the introduction of low-budget methods and services immediately after surgery.