Fulfilment of patients ’ mandatory expectations are crucial for satisfaction: a study amongst 352 patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA)

ConclusionPatients ’ expectations of TKA outcomes were high with equal emphasis on knee-related and general health-related aspects. Their fulfilment was positively associated with satisfaction. Surgeons should ask patients about mandatory expectations for successful TKA and counsel them about the likelihood of their fulfilment to avoid unrealistic expectations.Level of evidenceII.
Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research