Patient Satisfaction with IBD Undergoing Colonoscopy: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Colonoscopy is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), assessing disease activity, and detecting dysplasia. However, patient adherence to surveillance remains suboptimal due to discomfort, anxiety, and concerns about bowel preparation. Methods: This multicenter cross-sectional study assessed patient satisfaction with colonoscopy in IBD patients across three Italian centers. Participants completed pre- and post-examination questionnaires, including the Endoscopy Customer Satisfaction Questionnaire (ECSQ) and Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). Clinical factors, bowel preparation methods, and healthcare provider expertise were analyzed. Results: Among 444 enrolled patients, overall satisfaction was high (98.8%) but varied across p

SUBMITTER: Napolitano D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12027919 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature