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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Preferences for Tailored Support - Patients' and Health Care Professionals' Experiences Regarding Symptoms and Self-Management Strategies During the First Year After Curatively Intended Prostate Cancer Treatment.
There is an increase in the number of men undergoing screening for prostate cancer, and advancements in treatments, which implies current knowledge about symptoms and self-management. This study aims to explore experiences of symptom distress, and self-management strategies during the first year after curatively intended treatment for prostate cancer, as identified by patients and health care professionals. ⋯ Lingering symptoms and concerns were evident during the first year after treatment. Self-management strategies varied, and timely and tailored information and support during the first year were considered highly valued, important, and preferred by patients. Our results indicate that support should be offered immediately after curatively intended treatment.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Defining the Care Pathway in Patients with Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis.
This study aims to map the clinical pathway for psoriasis and atopic dermatitis (AD) in a tertiary hospital to better understand patient needs and experiences, thereby suggesting improvements in patient-centered care. ⋯ The findings underscore the necessity for interventions to reduce wait times and improve treatment immediacy and effectiveness post-diagnosis. The insights from this study can direct enhancements in patient management and satisfaction for individuals with psoriasis and AD.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Needs and Constraints for Cardiac Rehabilitation Among Patients with Coronary Heart Disease Within a Community-Based Setting: A Study Based on Focus Group Interviews.
This study aimed to explore the needs and constraints to cardiac rehabilitation (CR) among patients diagnosed with coronary heart disease (CHD) in a community-based setting, and thereby facilitating the implementation of effective CR programs for this population. ⋯ For more effective CR, community-based medical teams should provide more comprehensive and individualized rehabilitation programs. They should focus on individual variations and preferences of patients, as well as enhance the autonomy of patients and improve their self-care ability through effective empowerment measures.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Biomedical Dogmas Still Influence the Delivery of Exercise Therapy in Chronic Low Back Pain Management: Mixed-Methods Study.
Non-specific, chronic low back pain (NSCLBP) is a leading cause of disability, prompting long-term rehabilitation. Positive patient beliefs and expectations towards lasting exercise engagement play a crucial role for a successful management of this condition. The aim was to investigate beliefs, unmet needs and expectations of NSCLBP patients for exercise-related health behaviour change in the context of rehabilitative care. ⋯ In this sample, patients' understanding of NSCLBP was still dominated by biomedical dogmas and perspectives. Inpatient rehabilitation predominantly addressed expectations towards the motivational phase of exercise-related health behaviour change.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Toenail Onychomycosis with or without Diabetes in Canada: Patient Treatment Preferences and Health State Utilities.
Toenail onychomycosis affects approximately 6.7% of Canadians. Symptoms include nail discolouration/disfiguration and pain; psychosocial impacts contribute to reduced health-related quality-of-life. Comorbid diabetes increases the risk of complications and exacerbates burden. Treatment may include topical therapy and/or oral agents. ⋯ Among patients with toenail onychomycosis, the presence of diabetes was associated with differing treatment-related preferences. Utility values for patients with toenail onychomycosis represent a significant decline from full health that is exacerbated by comorbid diabetes.