Evaluation of patients’ satisfaction with bronchoscopy procedure

ABSTRACT:

Background

The bronchoscopy (BS) experience provokes anxiety amongst some patients. It can have a negative impact on the course of the procedure and on the willingness of patients to undergo the next BS in the future.

Objective

We aimed to identify factors influencing patients’ satisfaction with BS.

Methods

The prospective study had been conducted between January and June 2019. It included patients hospitalized in our Department, who underwent elective BS. Patients assessed their anxiety and satisfaction level before and after BS using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Data concerning the course of the bronchoscopy was collected.

Results

The median level of anxiety prior to the procedure was moderate, higher in women (p<0.0001). The majority of patients (

SUBMITTER: Karewicz A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9536568 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature