Diagnosis, treatment and management of lipodystrophy: the physician perspective on the patient journey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lipodystrophy syndromes are a heterogeneous group of rare, life-limiting diseases characterized by a selective loss of adipose tissue and severe metabolic complications. There is a paucity of information describing the experiences and challenges faced by physicians who have seen and treated patients with lipodystrophy. This study aimed to provide a better understanding of the physician's perspective regarding the patient journey in lipodystrophy, including diagnosis, the burden of disease, and treatment approaches.

Methods

Thirty-three physicians from six countries who had seen or treated patients with lipodystrophy were interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire. Interviews were transcribed, anonymized, and analyzed for themes and trends. Four main themes

SUBMITTER: Patni N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11241872 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature