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Computed Tomography Colonography (CTC): Is It Really the Non-Invasive Option We Think It Is? A Patient Experience Study

Published:2022-01 Issue: Volume:9 Page:237437352211179
ISSN:2374-3735
Container-title:Journal of Patient Experience
language:en
Short-container-title:Journal of Patient Experience

Author:

Dewar Greg¹^ORCID,Brockbank Bethany¹,Randall Jonathan¹

Affiliation:

1. Bristol Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals Bristol, Bristol, UK

Abstract

Aims: Computed tomography colonography (CTC) is seen as a more tolerable alternative to colonoscopy, but patients struggle with the steps required for optimal diagnostic imaging. This prospective study aims to understand the experience of patients undergoing CTC. Methods: A survey was completed by a convenience sample of patients before and after CTC over 7 months. The 13-item questionnaire covered pre-test information, overall and specific experience of the test. The responses were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Qualitative free-text responses were coded for content and thematic analysis. Results: At a response rate of 51%, surveys were received from 41 patients. Overall, most patients (54%) found the investigation better than expected. However, 18% stated they were not informed of potential side effects. Side effects were experienced by 49% of patients, including diarrhea (34%) and abdominal pain (24%). About 59% experienced discomfort with gas insufflation, and 86% found turning during the investigation difficult. Conclusion: A significant proportion of patients undergoing CTC experience side effects and difficulties completing the investigation. Patient information is important to improve patient experience of CTC.

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Subject

Health Policy,Health (social science),Leadership and Management

Link

http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/23743735221117926

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