Table 2 Gender-wise breakup of fear / apprehension factors with p values
From: Understanding the apprehension and concern haunting patients before a total knee arthroplasty
| Male | Female | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total number of patients | 125 | 375 | |
| Fear of pain | 50 | 240 | 0.03524 |
| Fear of return to normal activities / ADL | 40 | 50 | 0.03539 |
| Apprehension about receiving domestic help | 30 | 70 | 0.5637 |
| Fear of withstanding major surgery (TKA) | 5 | 15 | 1.000 |