Impact of Endoscopic Stapling of Zenker's Diverticulum on Patient Health Status as Assessed by the Glasgow Benefit Inventory

Abstract

Objectives:

The aim of this study was to measure the effect of endoscopic stapling of Zenker's diverticulum on the health status of patients.

Methods:

We used the Glasgow Benefit Inventory (GBI) tool to ascertain patients' perceived experience.

Results:

The study demonstrated a positive health impact following endoscopic stapling of the Zenker's diverticulum. The mean total GBI score was +18.9 (95% confidence interval, ±11.2). The impact of endoscopic stapling was positive for all three subsets of the GBI. The GBI scores were comparable to those obtained after other common otorhinolaryngological procedures such as tonsillectomy, rhinoplasty, and middle ear surgery.

Conclusions:

These data should improve our ability to counsel patients regarding important therapeutic decisions and expectations of surgical outcome.

Keywords

delivery of health care endoscopy quality of life Zenker's diverticulum

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