Understanding the Patient Perception of Statin Experience: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION:Statin intolerance (SI) occurs in patients with dyslipidemia treated with statins. Statin-associated symptoms have been reported, but the overall patient experience is poorly understood. No instruments are available to collect this patient experience. Our aim is to develop a patient survey to define SI from the patient's perspective, inform clinical practice, and identify potential patient characteristics and barriers associated with discontinuing treatment when statin-related difficulties are encountered. METHODS:We conducted qualitative concept elicitation interviews with 65 patients across 12 European study sites. A semi-structured qualitative interview guide was developed based on literature review and clinician interviews. Concept elicitation interviews with patients were

SUBMITTER: Vrablik M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6822972 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature