Assessment of the satisfaction level of patients submitted to bichectomy

Abstract

Objective: to perform an evaluation of the level of patient satisfaction before and after the result of the removal of the cheek fat removal surgery. Methodology: The sample consisted of 32 patients attended at the Surgery Clinic of the Federal University of Campina Grande from March to May, who met the inclusion criteria. Data were analyzed descriptively and inferentially. The inferential analysis was based on Fisher's exact test and Wilcoxon, with the margin of error used in the statistical test decision was 5%. Results: 78.1% of the patients were female and 65.6% were 27 years old or less. In the postoperative period, it was found that the majority were extremely satisfied with the results obtained (43.8%) and indicated that the procedure was performed for other people (87.5%) and, if necessary, repeated the procedure (90.6%). Conclusion: Patient satisfaction with their face was prevalent after bichectomy. The detailed planning according to the profile and complaint of each patient should aim to offer the best result compared to the surgical procedure of bichectomy.