Satisfaction and quality of life in women who undergo breast surgery: A qualitative study Journal Article
| Authors: | Klassen, A. F.; Pusic, A. L.; Scott, A.; Klok, J.; Cano, S. J. |
| Article Title: | Satisfaction and quality of life in women who undergo breast surgery: A qualitative study |
| Abstract: | Background: In cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery, measurement of patient-reported outcomes has become increasingly important to research efforts and clinical care. We aimed to describe how breast conditions and breast surgery impact on patient satisfaction and quality of life. Methods: We conducted qualitative, in-depth interviews with 48women who had undergone either breast reduction (n = 15), breast augmentation (n = 12), or breast reconstruction (n = 21) surgery in order to begin to build a theoretical understanding of patient satisfaction and quality of life in breast surgery patients. Interviews were audio-taped, transcribed verbatim and analyzed thematically. Results: The patient interviews revealed that breast conditions and breast surgery impact women in the following six main areas: satisfaction with breasts; satisfaction with overall outcome; psychosocial well-being; sexual well-being; physical well-being; and satisfaction with the process of care. We used these six themes to form the basis of a conceptual framework of patient satisfaction and quality of life in women who undergo breast surgery. Conclusion: Our conceptual framework establishes the main issues of concern for breast surgery patients. This new framework can be used to help develop local guidelines for future clinical assessment, management and measurement, establish the validity of the current management strategies, and develop evidence-based guidance for the development of new patient reported outcome measures for future outcomes research. © 2009 Klassen et al; licensee BioMed Central Ltd. |
| Keywords: | adult; clinical article; aged; middle aged; patient satisfaction; young adult; quality of life; breast reconstruction; mammaplasty; patient care; psychological aspect; interview; daily life activity; fitness; psychological well being; sexual function; qualitative research; physical performance; breast augmentation; breast reduction; wellbeing; sexual behavior; activities of daily living; physical fitness |
| Journal Title: | BMC Women's Health |
| Volume: | 9 |
| ISSN: | 1472-6874 |
| Publisher: | Biomed Central Ltd |
| Date Published: | 2009-05-01 |
| Start Page: | 11 |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | 10.1186/1472-6874-9-11 |
| PUBMED: | 19409078 |
| PROVIDER: | scopus |
| PMCID: | PMC2685365 |
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| Notes: | --- - "Cited By (since 1996): 5" - "Export Date: 30 November 2010" - "Art. No.: 11" - "CODEN: BWHMA" - "Source: Scopus" |
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