Clinical Scorecard: Patient Knowledge, Attitudes, and Planned Actions Concerning Colorectal Polyps: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• 58.5% of participants were male.
• 79.7% were newly diagnosed with intestinal polyps.
• Significant positive correlation between knowledge and attitude (r = 0.262, P < 0.001).
• Knowledge directly influenced attitude and intended practices.
• Targeted educational interventions are recommended to improve patient knowledge.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

• Colorectal polyps diagnosed by colonoscopy and confirmed through histopathological examination.

Management

• Active patient participation and long-term follow-up care are essential.

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Regular surveillance can reduce the risk of advanced adenomas by up to 60%.

Risks

• 3-year cumulative recurrence rate of colorectal polyps after polypectomy ranges from 15% to 50%.
• Risk of malignant transformation for advanced adenomas can be as high as 25-30% within 5-10 years if untreated.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients with colorectal polyps attending Nanjing Lishui People’s Hospital.

Limited knowledge but generally positive attitudes and proactive intended practices regarding their condition.

Clinical Best Practices

• Implement targeted educational interventions to enhance patient knowledge.
• Encourage adherence to recommended follow-up protocols and lifestyle modifications.

Related Resources & Content

• European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Guideline
• Chinese guideline for the standardized diagnosis and treatment of colorectal polyps