Patient satisfaction and postoperative pain management in ambulatory surgery: a prospective questionnaire-based observational cohort study at a Tertiary University Hospital - Report - MDSpire
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Patient satisfaction and postoperative pain management in ambulatory surgery: a prospective questionnaire-based observational cohort study at a Tertiary University Hospital
Clinical Report: Evaluating Patient Satisfaction and Pain Control After Ambulatory Surgery
Overview
This study assessed patient satisfaction and pain control in ambulatory surgery at Jordan University Hospital.
Background
Ambulatory surgery is increasingly favored for its benefits, yet postoperative pain management remains a significant challenge impacting patient satisfaction. Understanding the factors influencing satisfaction can help improve care in this setting, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where data is limited.
Data Highlights
Measure
Result
Overall satisfaction with anesthesia care
97.6%
Median overall hospital satisfaction (dissatisfied vs. satisfied)
7 (IQR 6–9) vs. 9 (IQR 8–9)
Willingness to recommend hospital (dissatisfied vs. satisfied)
87.5% vs. 98.8%
Independent predictors of satisfaction
Better post-anesthesia care unit approach (OR 1.70), regular pain assessment (OR 3.77)
Perceived under-treatment prediction of dissatisfaction
OR 0.31
Key Findings
97.6% of patients reported overall satisfaction with anesthesia care.
Dissatisfied patients had significantly lower overall hospital satisfaction scores.
Better post-anesthesia care unit approach and regular pain assessment were identified as independent predictors of satisfaction.
Perceived under-treatment of pain was associated with dissatisfaction.
Clinical Implications
Proactive pain management and effective communication in the perioperative setting are essential for enhancing patient satisfaction. Regular pain assessments should be integrated into postoperative care protocols.
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of addressing postoperative pain and improving communication to enhance patient satisfaction in ambulatory surgery.
by Omar A. Ababneh, Ahmad I. El-Share’, Isam Bsisu, Abdulrahman Abu-Hamdan, Asma Zaid Alkilani, Yara Baher, Lara A. Alsaeedy, Reem M. Alhyari, Abdallah M. Elqunj, Ali Yaghi, Ahmad Shahin, Walid Samarah, Lubna A. Khreesha, Adel F. Alrabadi, Subhi Alghanem
