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Research Journal of Medical Sciences

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Understanding Parental Concerns and Satisfaction in Pediatric Surgical Care: A Cross‐Sectional Survey

Mahesh Chandrapal Talpallikar, Vijay Sidhaling Shivpuje, Vikas Gangadhar Bhosale and Vishal Chandrashekhar Ghattargi
Page: 102-107 | Received 06 Oct 2023, Published online: 30 Oct 2023

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Abstract

Parental perceptions play a pivotal role in the pediatric surgical experience, influencing both the child’s post‐operative recovery and overall satisfaction with surgical care. However, limited data exists elucidating the specific concerns and levels of satisfaction among parents regarding pediatric surgical procedures. Objective: To understand the primary concerns of parents prior to their child undergoing surgery and to evaluate their satisfaction with the surgical care received post‐operatively. A cross‐sectional survey was conducted among 400 parents whose children underwent various surgical procedures in a tertiary pediatric center. Using a structured questionnaire, data on pre‐operative concerns, post‐operative experiences and overall satisfaction with care were collected. The majority of parents expressed concerns related to surgical complications (72%) anesthesia risks (68%) and post‐operative pain (65%). Post‐operatively 83% of parents reported being satisfied with the surgical care received. Factors that contributed to satisfaction included clear communication by the surgical team (91%) perceived competence of the surgeon (87%) and post‐operative support and follow‐up (85%). While concerns related to surgical complications, anesthesia and post‐operative pain were predominant among parents, effective communication and perceived surgeon competence played significant roles in parental satisfaction. Efforts to enhance communication and provide comprehensive post‐operative support may further improve parental satisfaction in pediatric surgical care.

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Mahesh Chandrapal Talpallikar, Vijay Sidhaling Shivpuje, Vikas Gangadhar Bhosale and Vishal Chandrashekhar Ghattargi. Understanding Parental Concerns and Satisfaction in Pediatric Surgical Care: A Cross‐Sectional Survey.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.1.102.107
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