Challenges of Transitional Care for Young Allergy and Asthma Patients From Healthcare Professionals' Perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Evidence-based guidelines for transitional care of adolescents and young adults with allergy and asthma have been published, but shortcomings in the transition process have been identified. This study's aim was to gather deeper insights into healthcare professionals' experiences regarding the challenges of transitional care for adolescents and young adults with allergy and asthma.

Methods

Clinically active physicians and registered nurses in Sweden were recruited through a web survey. Qualitative data were obtained through individual interviews (n = 18). The transcribed interview data, serving as the basis for this study, were analysed using systematic text condensation.

Results

Four categories emerged during the analysis process: (1) 'There is no clear stru

SUBMITTER: Odling M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12321966 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature