The effectiveness of continuity of care in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To investigate the effectiveness of continuity of care in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

Background

The prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease(IBD) is increasing by years, especially in China. Moreover, IBD is prolonged and difficult to heal, which seriously impairs the quality of life of patients. Some studies have identified that continuity of care could contribute to the improvement of the quality of life, but the results remains inconclusive in patients with IBD.

Methods

PRISMA guidelines was the outline of this study. Review Manager Software (version 5.3) was used to carry out the data analysis. Outcome assessments included quality of life (QoL), remission rates, number of outpatient clinic visits, and medication adherence.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Gu Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10773097 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature