A survey of characteristics and current educational needs of hemophilia treatment centers within Asia Pacific.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Poor disease understanding and gaps in expertise regarding hemophilia care have been identified at all levels in Asia Pacific. Continued education for involved healthcare professionals (HCPs) is crucial for improved delivery.

Objectives

To identify training and educational needs of hemophilia HCPs in Asia Pacific.

Methods

Clinicians working at hemophilia treatment centers (HTCs), identified from the World Federation of Hemophilia Directory, were contacted by the Asia Pacific Hemophilia Working Group (APHWG). An electronic survey was sent to 161 centers from 15 countries for which HTC identification was complete to assess HTC characteristics, educational status, and needs. Responses were stratified by national economic capacity.

Results

From March 23

SUBMITTER: Lam JCM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6046602 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature