Improving risk communication: a proof-of-concept randomised control trial assessing the impact of visual aids for neurosurgical consent

Front Surg · 2024 · PMC10915180

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It showed a trend towards greater appropriateness ( p = 0.06) and it appeared to have “good” usability (median SUS = 76.4), although this also did not reach statistical significance ( p = 0.06).

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There was a trend towards greater appropriateness ( p = 0.06) and it appeared to have “good” usability (median SUS = 76.4), although this also did not reach statistical significance ( p = 0.06) Conclusion Visual aids could be an appropriate alternative method for medical consent without being inferior regarding the understanding of the procedure, its risks and its benefits.

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