Role of primary care for individuals with childhood-onset neurologic conditions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Individuals with childhood-onset neurologic conditions often face challenges in the pediatric-to-adult health care transition (HCT). Furthermore, the importance of implementing primary care is unrecognized. We investigated the situation of adults with childhood-onset neurologic conditions from the perspective of health care professionals (HCPs) in community- and hospital-based primary care practice.

Design and methods

Overall, 1334 HCPs in medical facilities across Tokyo (mainly in Kita, Nerima, and Itabashi Cities) were surveyed regarding their experience caring for adults with childhood-onset neurologic conditions. Snowball sampling was also deployed to enhance the input from various health professions. The questionnaire included quick response codes linked to w

SUBMITTER: Osako M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11657402 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature