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Open Access 01-12-2020 | Clavicle Fracture | Research article

Exploring patient satisfaction after operative and nonoperative treatment for midshaft clavicle fractures: a focus group analysis

Authors: Eric D. Tutuhatunewa, Martin Stevens, Olivier C. Dams, Jeffrey van Son, Rebecca D. Louhanepessy, Paul F. M. Krabbe, Maarten J. Postma, Ron L. Diercks

Published in: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders | Issue 1/2020

Abstract

Background

There is no consensus on the optimal treatment for displaced midshaft clavicle fractures. Several studies indicate superior patient satisfaction in favour of operative reconstruction. It is unknown what drives superior satisfaction in this treatment group. The aim of this study was to explore patient satisfaction and identify contributors to patient satisfaction after operative and nonoperative treatment for displaced midshaft clavicle fractures in adults using a focus group approach.

Methods

Four face-to-face and two web-based focus groups were hosted. A total of 24 participants who were treated nonoperatively (n = 14) or operatively (n = 10) agreed to participate. Participants were selected using purposive sampling, ensuring variation in gender, age, treatment complications and outcomes. A question script was developed to systematically explore patient expectations, attitudes and satisfaction with different dimensions of care. All focus groups were voice-recorded and transcribed at verbatim. Thematic analysis was conducted on all face-to-face and web-based transcripts.

Results

The main emerging themes across treatment groups were; need for more information, functional recovery, speed of recovery and patient-doctor interaction. There was no difference in themes observed between operative and nonoperative focus groups. The lack of information was the most important complaint in dissatisfied patients.

Conclusion

Our study shows that informing patients about their injury, treatment options and expectations for recovery is paramount for overall patient satisfaction after treatment for a displaced midshaft clavicle fracture.

Level of evidence

Level III, focus group study.

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Title: Exploring patient satisfaction after operative and nonoperative treatment for midshaft clavicle fractures: a focus group analysis
Authors: Eric D. Tutuhatunewa
Martin Stevens
Olivier C. Dams
Jeffrey van Son
Rebecca D. Louhanepessy
Paul F. M. Krabbe
Maarten J. Postma
Ron L. Diercks
Publication date: 01-12-2020
Publisher: BioMed Central
Keyword: Clavicle Fracture
Published in: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders / Issue 1/2020
Electronic ISSN: 1471-2474
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-020-03557-y

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