Asian Society for Gynecologic Robotic Surgery

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This study explores patients' attitudes and information preferences regarding robotic gynecological surgery (RS) through a two-phase, mixed-methods approach. The first phase involved interviews with patients who had previously undergone RS, revealing that many had limited knowledge about the procedure before surgery. Patients expressed that traditional printed information leaflets were insufficient, leading to anxiety and a need for additional information from other sources. Many participants recommended visual aids, such as videos or models, to better understand the procedure. The second phase involved a block-randomized crossover study of 30 women from the general public, comparing the effectiveness of an RS information video versus a printed leaflet. The study found that 73.3% of participants found the video sufficient for understanding RS, compared to 46.7% for the leaflet. Overall, the study concluded that visual information formats, particularly videos, are more effective at reducing patient anxiety and improving the acceptance of RS. These findings highlight the need for updated patient education resources that address concerns and provide clearer insights into robotic surgical procedures. 

Citation

Ashmore AA, Ismail A, Wood M, Jennings AC, McDermott H, Moss E. Seeing is believing: patients' attitudes and information preferences towards robotic gynaecological surgery. J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod. 2024 Sep 24:102858. 

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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468784724001375?via%3Dihub