Understanding the Patient Perspective: A Scoping Review of Communication Preferences in Surgical Oncology.

Key Points

• This review aims to explore and summarize patient perspectives on communication in surgical oncology.
• Conducted a scoping review of existing literature on patient communication in surgical oncology.
• Reviewed 15 primary sources to identify common themes across six domains.
• Analyzed patient preferences in various aspects of surgical communication.
• Identified key themes including emotional support and surgeon demeanor as critical to patient satisfaction.
• Highlight patient expectations and the importance of clear expectation setting in the decision-making process.
• Found that communication aids and shared decision-making significantly enhance patient understanding and outcomes.