Needs and challenges among general practitioners in the management of actinic keratosis: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Because of the increasing incidence of actinic keratosis (AK), optimal use of limited healthcare resources is essential. Although most patients can be managed in primary care, dermatology referrals are common. More profound knowledge of general practitioners' (GPs) considerations might assist in enhancing AK care.

Methods

The aim of the current study was to gain insight into AK management in primary care by exploring the needs and challenges among GPs in the Netherlands. A qualitative study was conducted based on semi-structured in-depth interviews with 15 conveniently sampled Dutch GPs, focusing on the needs and challenges in AK management. A literature-informed, predefined topic list guided the interviews, which were recorded, transcribed ad verbatim, and themat

SUBMITTER: Verhoeven C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10693056 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature