Patient and Care Partner Perspective on Potential Undertreatment of Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment for Cardiovascular Disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects up to 22% of US older adults aged 65 and older. Research suggests that physicians may recommend less cardiovascular disease (CVD) treatment for older adults with MCI due to assumptions about their preferences. To delve into the disparity between patient preferences and physician assumptions in CVD treatment recommendations, we conducted a multi-site qualitative study to explore the underlying reasons for this discrepancy, providing insights into potential communication barriers and strategies to enhance patient-physician relationships.

Research design and methods

Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, we conducted interviews with 20 dyads, comprising older adults with MCI (n = 11) and normal cogn

SUBMITTER: Wang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11473245 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature