Survey of Information Acquisition and Satisfaction after Bariatric Surgery at a Tertiary Hospital in Korea
- Author:
Seul-Gi OH
1
;
Seong-A JEONG
;
Chang Seok KO
;
Sa-Hong MIN
;
Chung Sik GONG
;
In-Seob LEE
;
Beom Su KIM
;
Jeong Hwan YOOK
;
Moon-Won YOO
Author Information
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From: Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome 2024;33(1):45-53
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Background:To determine how patients who underwent bariatric surgery at a tertiary hospital in Korea first considered and then decided to get the surgery and identify information gaps among patients and healthcare professionals.
Methods:This study included 21 patients who underwent bariatric surgery to treat morbid obesity (body mass index [BMI] ≥35 or ≥30 kg/m 2 together with obesity-related comorbidities) between August 2020 and February 2022. A telephone interview was conducted with the patients after at least 6 months had elapsed since the surgery. We asked how the patients decided to undergo bariatric surgery. We also inquired about their satisfaction with and concerns about the surgery.
Results:Seventy-one percent of the patients were introduced to bariatric surgery following a recommendation from healthcare professionals, acquaintances, or social media. Most of the patients (52%) decided to undergo bariatric surgery based on recommendations from healthcare professionals in non-surgical departments. Satisfaction with the information provided differed among the patients. Post-surgical concerns were related to postoperative symptoms, weight regain, and psychological illness.
Conclusion:Efforts are needed to raise awareness about bariatric surgery among healthcare professionals and the public. Tailored pre- and postoperative consultation may improve quality of life after bariatric surgery.
