Ulcerative Colitis Narrative Global Survey Findings: Communication Gaps and Agreements Between Patients and Physicians.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Ulcerative Colitis (UC) Narrative global surveys examined patient and physician perspectives on living with UC and tried to identify gaps in optimal care. Questions explored patient-physician interactions, UC management goals, and resources for improving communication.

Methods

Questionnaires were conducted across 10 countries, covering aspects of UC including diagnosis, treatment, and impact on patient quality of life, in addition to standard demographic information. Descriptive statistics were calculated.

Results

Globally, 2100 patients and 1254 physicians were surveyed (from August 2017 to February 2018). Results showed 85% of patients were satisfied with the communication they had with their physician, including discussions relating to symptoms (86%)

SUBMITTER: Rubin DT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8214018 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature