E-Posters-10006_Petrikovets

10006_Petrikovets

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The goal of this study was to compare the surgical volumes and experiences of urogynecologic procedures among private practitioners and other OB/GYN providers. The study collected data through a questionnaire-based survey that was completed by OB/GYN oral board candidates at five commercial board prep courses. The survey asked about the number of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS) cases performed per year, including procedures such as total vaginal hysterectomy, mid-urethral sling, anterior and posterior repair, cystoscopy, and apical support.<br /><br />The results of the study showed that most OB/GYN oral board examinees perform few FPMRS surgeries. There was no significant difference between private practice and other OB/GYN providers in offering comprehensive FPMRS and apical surgical care. It was also found that subjective annual reporting of surgical volumes differed from case list documentation.<br /><br />The study collected data from 372 participants, including 210 from private practice and 162 from non-private practice. The overall surgical volume reported for FPMRS with apical support was 5.6%, with case list verification at 1.9%. The study also examined other specific procedures, such as mid-urethral sling, total vaginal hysterectomy, prophylactic apical support procedures, pelvic organ prolapse surgery, anterior and posterior repair, cystoscopy, and total number of gynecologic cases on case lists.<br /><br />The conclusions drawn from the study were that most OB/GYN providers, including those in private practice, perform a relatively low volume of FPMRS surgeries. The study also highlighted the importance of accurate documentation of surgical volumes and the potential impact of practice environment on the management of patients with pelvic floor disorders.<br /><br />Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the surgical volumes and experiences of urogynecologic procedures among OB/GYN providers and highlights the need for accurate documentation of surgical volumes for a better understanding of patient care.

Keywords

surgical volumes

urogynecologic procedures

private practitioners

OB/GYN providers

FPMRS cases

case list documentation

surgical volume reported

pelvic organ prolapse surgery

practice environment

patient care