Patient experiences of muscle biopsy in idiopathic inflammatory myopathies: a cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Muscle biopsy plays an important role in the diagnostic evaluation of individuals with suspected idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM). However, variability in biopsy practices may result in a heterogenous patient experience. The existing literature offers limited insights into the experiences and perspectives of patients undergoing muscle biopsy.

Methods

This study employed a 27-item online survey to comprehensively characterise the experience of muscle biopsy among Australian patients, including their concerns, beliefs about procedure utility, information sources, physical sensations, perceived complications and recovery.

Results

A total of 111 Australian individuals who reported a diagnosis of IIM completed the survey, with data collected from March

SUBMITTER: Sutu B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11393206 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature