Preinvestigation psychological state and related demographic factors as predictors of pain perception in women undergoing hysterosalpingography
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- Author:
Ademola A. Adeyekun
1
;
Olaide N. Koleoso
2
;
Oluyemi O. Akanni
3
Author Information
1. Department of Radiology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
2. Department of Mental Health, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
3. Department of Clinical Services, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Hysterosalpingography;
Preinvestigation;
Psychological state
- MeSH:
Demography;
Pain Perception;
Women
- From:
Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
2023;47(4):206-213
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Background:The majority of women described hysterosalpingography (HSG) as a painful procedure. There is little information on the features of HSG-associated pain and factors that predispose to increased pain experience.
Objectives:This study investigated preprocedure psychological state and related demographic factors as predictors of pain perception in women undergoing HSG.
Methods:The sample included 99 women selected through consecutive sampling at the Radiology Department, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Nigeria. The study utilized a cross-sectional survey design to collect data using Spielberger's State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Zung Self-rating Depression Scale, and Visual Analog Scale for the perception of pain and state anxiety.
Results:The women with lower state anxiety reported significantly lower pain perception (X̅ = 6.69) than the women with high anxiety (X̅ = 7.93). Trait anxiety, state anxiety, and depression jointly predicted pain perception among the women undergoing HSG, with R2 = 0.117, F (3,95) = 6.797; P < 0.001. They collectively accounted for about 17.7% variance in pain perception.
Conclusion:Patients being prepared for the HSG procedure can be educated on concerns related to anxiety and coping strategies and be provided with anxiolytics or other medication as clinically indicated.
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