Gastroenterology services for patients with Cystic Fibrosis across Australia and New Zealand: a multi-stakeholder assessment of patients' and professionals' perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are common in individuals with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). International research has highlighted that GI care for this group of patients is lacking. Gastroenterology services to CF clinics across Australasia are yet to be examined. This study aimed to describe the current service delivery model and identify areas for improvement that may lead to positive patient outcomes.

Materials and methods

CF clinicians (dietitians, clinical nurse consultants, respiratory consultants), gastroenterologists (GE), and patients or their carers from Australia and New Zealand (NZ) were surveyed online to gather their opinions on CF gastroenterology services provided in their region. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics (frequencies and percenta

SUBMITTER: Katz TE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10755025 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature