Towards a standardized program of transitional care for adolescents with juvenile idiopathic arthritis for Turkey: a national survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a prevalent childhood chronic arthritis, often persisting into adulthood. Effective transitional care becomes crucial as these patients transition from pediatric to adult healthcare systems. Despite the concept of transitional care being recognized, its real-world implementation remains inadequately explored. This study aims to evaluate the thoughts and practices of healthcare providers regarding transitional care for JIA patients.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among pediatric and adult rheumatologists in Turkey. Based on the American Academy of Pediatrics' six core elements of transitional care, the survey included 86 questions. The respondents' demographic data, attitudes towards transitional care, and prac

SUBMITTER: Sozeri B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10762787 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature