A mixed-method systematic review evaluating interventions in paediatric rheumatology to address caregiver support and well-being.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Paediatric rheumatology conditions are chronic autoimmune and auto-inflammatory conditions that affect predominantly the musculoskeletal systems of children and young people (CYP). About 6-7 million children are estimated to be affected worldwide. Having a rheumatological condition affects CYP as well as the wider family. Negative outcomes on psycho-social well-being, quality of life, family relationships and family functioning are commonly observed. The current review addresses interventions for caregivers of CYP with paediatric rheumatological conditions.

Methods

The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) 2020 statement guided this review. Eligibility criteria were pre-defined and registered in the International Prospective R

SUBMITTER: Kupiec K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12082927 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature