Experiences, needs, and preferences for follow-up after stroke perceived by people with stroke and healthcare professionals: A focus group study.

ABSTRACT: PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to explore the experiences, needs, and preferences regarding follow-up perceived by people with stroke and healthcare professionals. METHODS:This is a qualitative exploratory study using focus groups. Patients and healthcare professionals, participating in a clinical visit in primary care or specialised care, were purposively sampled. Data were analysed using a framework of analysis developed by Krueger. RESULTS:Focus groups were conducted with two patient groups (n = 10, range 45-78 years) and two multidisciplinary healthcare professional groups (n = 8, range 35-55 years). The overarching theme elucidates stroke as a long-term condition requiring complex follow-up. Three organisational themes and six subthemes were identified. People with stroke discovere

SUBMITTER: Kjork EK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6772122 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature