SpArking change for patients with psoriatic arthritis and axial spondyloarthritis in the UK: results from a UK Delphi consensus study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To establish a UK-specific consensus on improving standards of care for patients with PsA and axial SpA through patient empowerment, education, access and optimal treatment approaches.

Methods

A modified Delphi methodology was employed. A steering group of UK rheumatologists and pharmacists developed 56 consensus statements across four domains: patient empowerment, patient and healthcare professional (HCP) knowledge, access to healthcare and treatment principles. These statements were tested with a panel of 100 UK rheumatologists using a 4-point Likert scale. Consensus was predefined as ≥75% agreement.

Results

Consensus was achieved for 98% (55/56) of statements; 93% (52/56) reached strong consensus (≥90%). Statements supported embedding patient empowerment

SUBMITTER: Helliwell PS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12857574 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature