The EKSPECT study: the influence of Expectation modification in Knee arthroplasty on Satisfaction of PatiEnts: study protocol for a randomized Controlled Trial

The EKSPECT study: the influence of Expectation modification in Knee arthroplasty on Satisfaction of PatiEnts: study protocol for a randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract Background One out of five patients is unsatisfied to some extent after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Unmet expectations are the main driver of post-operative dissatisfaction. Improved pre-operative education on realistic expectations for long-term outcome after TKA potentially leads to hi...

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Main Authors: Jaap J. Tolk, Rob P. A. Janssen, Tsjitske M. Haanstra, Sita M. A. Bierma-Zeinstra, Max Reijman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-08-01
Series:Trials
Subjects:
Outcome expectations
Expectation management
Satisfaction
Total knee arthroplasty
Knee osteoarthritis
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-018-2821-2

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