Integrated care for people with multimorbidity into elective surgical pathways: mixed-methods co-design study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

People with multiple long-term conditions (MLTC) commonly undergo elective surgery, yet current pathways remain poorly equipped to meet their complex needs. These pathways present a unique, time-sensitive opportunity to act. The aim of this study was to co-design a feasible intervention that integrates MLTC care into surgical pathways.

Methods

This was a theory-informed mixed-methods co-design study (informed by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)/Medical Research Council (MRC) complex intervention framework). Phase 1 involved contextual analysis of current UK pathways (pathway mapping, policy/guideline scan, and national survey) and phase 2 involved multidisciplinary stakeholder workshops to develop a Theory of Change.

Results

In pha

SUBMITTER: Kamarajah SK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12605797 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature