Application of WeChat public platform in appointment of hysterosalpingography

Abstract

Objective : To explore the application effect of WeChat public platform in uterine fallopian tube angiography appointment. Methods A total of 420 patients from gynecological clinics in a tertiary hospital in Xiamen from July 1, to September 1, 2018 were randomly divided into an experimental group (n=220) and a control group (n=200). In the control group, the traditional check-up method was used to verify the appointment. The experimental group paid attention to the WeChat public number "X Micro Health" to make an appointment. The angiography knowledge, the satisfaction of the medical service, preoperative self-care integrity, and medical cost were compared between the two groups. Results The angiographic knowledge score, the medical service satisfaction, and the preoperative self-care perfection degree were (53.12±12.21), 96.3%, and 99.09% in the experimental group, and were (47.38±7.42), 84.0%, and 89.5% in the control group; the experimental group's transportation fee, registration fee, and the medical service fee decreased significantly; the experimental group was superior to the control group in all aspects, with statistical differences (all P<0.01). Conclusion Based on the WeChat public platform for angiographic appointments, simplifying the appointment process, relieving the tension of the treatment, improving the patient's angiography knowledge, reducing the cost of medical treatment, and improving the satisfaction with the medical care, it has positive significance for the harmonious development of the nurse-patient relationship, and is worthy of promotion and application. Key words: WeChat public platform; Fallopian tube angiography; Outpatient appointment