ĐÁNH GIÁ SỰ HÀI LÒNG CỦA BỆNH NHÂN VÀ MỘT SỐ YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN VỀ SỬ DỤNG THUỐC NHỎ MẮT SAU PHẪU THUẬT ĐỤC THUỶ TINH THỂ

Abstract

Introduction: Eye drops play an essential role in reducing inflammation, controlling intraocular pressure, and preventing infection after cataract surgery. Assessing patient satisfaction and related factors in the use of eye drops provides a basis for proposing measures to improve treatment adherence for post-surgical patients. Objective: To assess patient satisfaction and certain related factors regarding the use of ophthalmic drops after cataract surgery at Ca Mau Eye - Dermatology Hospital. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 99 patients who underwent cataract surgery at the Eye - Dermatology Hospital of Ca Mau in 2023. Results: The average age was 63.92 ± 7.85 years. The female-to-male ratio was 1.3. Most patients used multiple types of eye drops post-surgery (96.9%). The majority had knowledge (78.8%) and skills (81.9%) in using eye drops. The satisfaction rate among patients using eye drops after cataract surgery was 75.8%. Patients with knowledge and skills in using eye drops were more likely to be satisfied, with odds ratios (OR) of 4.4 (95% CI: 1.49-12.97; p = 0.008) and 4.16 (95% CI: 1.48-11.68; p = 0.007), respectively. Similarly, patients who received adequate family support also showed higher satisfaction, with an OR of 2.91 (95% CI: 1.0-8.42; p = 0.046). Conclusion: Approximately 75% of patients were satisfied with the use of eye drops after cataract surgery. Patients equipped with better knowledge and skills in using eye drops and those receiving adequate family support tended to be more satisfied.