PATIENT SATISFACTION

This study looked at whether giving a special liquid nutrition formula soon after surgery helps critically ill mothers who had a C-section and are in the ICU. 83 women participated, and the focus was on meeting their protein and energy needs in the first two days after surgery. T…

This study tested whether carving a specific area (the retro-molar pad) in lower dentures improves how satisfied and comfortable new denture wearers feel. Fifty adults who had never worn dentures before tried both a carved and a non-carved lower denture. Researchers measured sati…

This study tested two different ways of placing four dental implants to support a lower denture with a special bar attachment. Thirty adults with normal jaw relations and good oral hygiene took part. The goal was to see which design led to higher patient satisfaction and fewer pr…

This study looked at whether giving a small, non-sleeping dose of propofol just before waking patients up from rhinoplasty (nose job) surgery could reduce confusion and restlessness during recovery. 80 adults took part. The goal was to see if this simple step improves patient com…

This study looked at whether listening to music before and after a heart procedure (coronary angiography) helps patients recover better. 210 adults took part, with half listening to music and half receiving standard care. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, vital signs, comfort, …

This study looked at 84 women having a diagnostic hysteroscopy, a procedure to look inside the uterus. Researchers compared spinal anesthesia (numbing the lower body) with general anesthesia (being fully asleep) to see which one caused less pain after the procedure and made patie…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during a knee pain treatment called genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation could reduce pain and improve patient satisfaction. Forty adults who were already scheduled for the procedure took part. The results showed that VR hel…

This study looked at whether the shape of the edge of a retainer used for at-home teeth whitening changes how happy people are with the results. Forty adults who had finished Invisalign treatment and wanted whiter teeth took part. Each person used two different retainer designs, …

This study tested two drug-free methods—deep breathing and virtual reality—to help adults feel less pain and anxiety during a blood draw. 264 adults were randomly assigned to one of the two techniques or standard care. Results showed deep breathing worked better than VR for pain,…

This study compared digital and traditional (goo-like) impressions for single tooth implants in the front of the mouth. Researchers looked at how the gum tissue looked and how satisfied patients were. 14 healthy adults participated, and the goal was to see which method gave bette…

This study tested whether using virtual reality glasses or listening to white noise can reduce pain and anxiety during a common medical procedure: inserting an IV. 76 adults were randomly assigned to one of three groups: VR, white noise, or standard care. Right after the IV was p…

This study tested whether offering music during a scheduled cesarean delivery improves how satisfied patients feel with their experience. Researchers enrolled 61 women having their second or third planned C-section. Participants and their support person filled out short surveys r…

This study looked at how free gingival graft surgery—a procedure to add gum tissue—affects patients' oral quality of life and satisfaction. 49 adults with thin or missing gums were surveyed before and after surgery using standard questionnaires. The goal was to understand how the…

This study looked at whether specially trained nurses (advanced practice nurses) in a French hospital emergency department improve patient satisfaction and care. Researchers surveyed 921 adults who visited the ER, comparing those seen by these nurses to those who were not. The go…

This study looked at whether follow-up visits by phone are as good as in-person visits after sports medicine surgery. 90 adults were randomly assigned to either virtual phone visits or in-person check-ups at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, and 6 months after surgery. The goal was to see if pa…

This study looked at how satisfied patients were with their pain control after outpatient ear, nose, and throat (ENT) procedures. Researchers compared patients who received opioid painkillers to those who received non-opioid options. The goal was to see if non-opioid pain relief …

This study looked at how psychological factors like self-esteem and personality traits influence pain after cosmetic breast surgery. Researchers followed 52 adults to see if these traits could help predict pain levels and recovery. The goal is to create more personalized pain man…

This study surveyed and interviewed 50 people who completed the Medicaid Title XIX Sterilization Consent form to understand their experience and thoughts on the consent process. The goal is to learn what patients understand and how the process could be improved. Participants fill…

This study looked at whether a special cleaning process (decolonization) for Staphylococcus aureus bacteria can lower the chance of infection after hip or knee replacement surgery. About 90 adults who tested positive for S. aureus in their nose took part. The main goal was to see…

This study tested a program called the Inpatient Whole Health Bundle for veterans staying in the hospital. The goal was to see if offering extra wellness options improved patient satisfaction. Researchers surveyed 612 patients before and after the program was introduced to measur…

This study looked at whether showing patients their spine X-ray images right after a steroid injection procedure improves their satisfaction and sense of improvement. About 141 adults with leg pain from a pinched nerve took part. Two weeks later, they answered surveys about their…