Publications by authors named "Caitlin Bungo"
Introduction: Abdominal and perineal repairs for rectal prolapse are offered to patients based on surgeon assessment of risk. Interpretations of risk can vary. We sought to understand how the preoperative Risk Analysis Index (RAI) score, a validated measure of frailty, aligned with our existing decision-making process for rectal prolapse repair.
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- Patient-centered educational resources about rectal prolapse and rectocele are often hard to find and comprehend, but video animations may help create effective tools for patient education.
- The study aimed to understand female patients' preferences for learning these conditions and gather feedback on a short educational animation created for this purpose.
- Results showed that 97% of participants found the video clear and helpful, but many faced challenges like difficulty in finding reliable information online, suggesting that such animations should be integrated into initial medical consultations.