Preoperative score on Decisional Conflict Scale (DCS)
| N (%) with total score on DCS | |
| <25 | 58 (44) |
| 25–37.5 | 41 (31) |
| >37.5 | 33 (25) |
| Mean (SD) score on DCS subscales: | |
| Uncertainty | 33.6 (24.9) |
| Informed | 22.3 (25.3) |
| Values clarity | 29.3 (23.5) |
| Support | 24.0 (23.5) |
| Effective decision | 13.0 (18.4) |
Total score <25: no decisional conflict and implementation of decision.
Total score ≥25: decisional conflict.
Total score ≥37.5: decision delay or feeling unsure about implementation.