Uroflowmetry (UFM) is a non-invasive initial, simple, and widely performed first-line investigation for the evaluation of lower urinary tract symptoms. Despite its non-invasive nature, uroflowmetry can provoke anxiety and affect satisfaction, often due to misunderstandings about the procedure. Objective: This randomized control trial aimed to compare the effects of structured versus verbal education on anxiety and satisfaction in patients undergoing uroflowmetry.

A single-blind, parallel-arm study was conducted with 148 patients, which were randomized into structured (brochure) and verbal counseling groups. The modified Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale (APAIS-M) assessed anxiety, while satisfaction was measured using a questionnaire adapted from Dogun et al. Descriptive statistics, Chi-square, and independent t-tests were employed for data analysis.

The structured education group demonstrated significantly lower anxiety scores, with less worry in structured education group 2.87 ± 0.135 versus 3.49 ± 0.142 (p = 0.028), and less thoughts with 2.90 ± 0.150 versus 3.25 ± 0.155 (p = 0.044). Satisfaction scores showed that the structured group had a higher satisfaction for knowledge provided (1.21 ± 0.04 vs. 1.08 ± 0.036, p = 0.035) and ease of using Uroflowmetry equipment (4.51 ± 0.11 vs. 4.05 ± 0.118, p = 0.047), more satisfied with related to privacy (4.68 ± 0.112 vs. 4.20 ± 0.115, p = 0.04).

Structured education significantly improved patient understanding, comfort, and expectations in terms of privacy, while reducing anxiety compared to only verbal counseling. Integrating structured education before uroflowmetry could enhance patient experience and satisfaction.