Population perception of surgical approach in minimally invasive surgery

Authors

  • Shogo Inoue Hiroshima University
  • Mitsuru Kajiwara Hiroshima University
  • Jun Teishima Hiroshima University
  • Akio Matsubara Hiroshima University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.2116

Keywords:

Laparoendoscopic single-site surgery, Cosmesis, Public perception, Transumbilical approach

Abstract

Introduction: The aim of this study was to better understand the impact that public opinion might have on surgical approaches in urologic minimally invasive surgery (MIS).

Methods: We collected surveys from 400 participants, including the general population (n = 220) and paramedical staff (n = 180). Participants were anonymous. The survey included 16 questions on the characteristics and preference for the surgical approach if a urologic MIS were performed on them.

Results: The responders preferred the transumbilical approach (57.0%) to the subcostal approach (43.0%). In particular, the preference for a transumbilical approach was significantly higher in females (65.1% vs. 49.3%, p = 0.0014). Similarly, when participants were divided into two groups (<50 years and >50 years), the preference for the transumbilical approach was significantly higher in the younger group (60.8% vs. 48.0%, p = 0.0187). Logistic regression analysis revealed that preference for this approach was about 2 times more likely to rise in the females (p = 0.032).

Conclusions: Preference for the transumbilical approach was significantly higher young female respondents. This patient subset most values the cosmetic benefits of transumbilical approach in urologic MIS.

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Published

2015-01-12

How to Cite

Inoue, S., Kajiwara, M., Teishima, J., & Matsubara, A. (2015). Population perception of surgical approach in minimally invasive surgery. Canadian Urological Association Journal, 9(1-2), E1–4. https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.2116

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