Analysis of the disease constituent ratio and prognosis of patients undergoing ambulatory surgery in oral and maxillofacial medicine: a monocentric retrospective analysis of 427 patientsAuthors

Abstract

Background: Ambulatory surgery and single-visit surgery are becoming increasingly accepted and practiced worldwide due to their social and economic benefits. In China, however, their use is still insufficient and falling behind. To innovatively optimize the surgical procedure, research on the types and frequencies of surgeries is needed.Methods: The prognosis of patients also has yet to be studied. The clinical data of patients undergoing the ambulatory surgery were collected, and information on their chief complaint and basic information was specifically included. Follow-up phone calls were conducted 1 and 3 days, 1 and 2 weeks, and 1 month after treatment. Information on their recovery and well-being was collected.Results: A total of 427 patients were recruited for this study, including 224 males and 203 females. Their ages ranged from 1-68 and averaged 23.07±11. Ambulatory surgery was voluntarily selected by 43.55% of the patients. A total of 62.9% of them selected it for convenience, while 43.55% selected it for pain reduction. The three top diseases treated via ambulatory surgery were impacted teeth (56.7%). Postoperative complications occurred in 248 of the 427 patients, and the incidence rate was 58.08%. The top complication was postoperative pain (56.44%). The complications frequently occurred on Day 3 after the operation and resolved after 2 weeks. Conclusion: We believe ambulatory surgery is a safe and effective treatment for oral and maxillofacial diseases.Clinical Relevance: In current settings, ambulatory surgery can be further developed by optimizing the regulations regarding diagnosis and treatments, promoting the dissemination of medical and clinical knowledge, increasing the engagement of related personnel, and improving the professionalism and timeliness of postoperative follow-ups.