Comparison of decision-making level when analyzing the first visit only compared with analyzing all visits in a surgeon–patient consultation*
| Decision-making level | Visit; no. (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| First visit only | All visits combined | |
| Less than basic | 22 (33) | 11 (16) |
| Basic | 20 (30) | 20 (30) |
| Intermediate | 3 (4) | 3 (4) |
| Complex | 22 (33) | 33 (50) |
| Total | 67 (100) | 67 (100) |
↵* Analysis restricted to the 67 consultations involving more than 1 visit. Difference in ratings p < 0.001, sign test.