Mapping the Ulcerative Colitis Patient Journey in Saudi Arabia from Healthcare Professionals' Perspective: A Cross-Sectional Non-Interventional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: The burden of ulcerative colitis (UC) is increasing in Saudi Arabia (KSA), and patients with UC often suffer from delays in diagnosis and appropriate management. This study investigates the current UC patient journey in KSA from the healthcare professionals' (HCPs) perspective. It aims to evaluate treatment patterns, identify critical gaps, and provide insights to guide interventions that enhance the quality of life for UC patients in KSA. Methods: Quantitative interviews were conducted with 60 HCPs (45 gastroenterologists and 15 internal medicine specialists) from different regions in Saudi Arabia (KSA) using a Computer-Assisted Personal Interview (CAPI) system. The survey domains included clinical symptoms, diagnostic testing, endoscopic scoring, trea

SUBMITTER: Azzam N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11899997 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature