When immunosuppression and COVID-19 intersect: An exploratory qualitative study of young lung transplant recipient perceptions of daily life during a pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic poses an increased risk of infection, severe illness, hospitalization and mortality for young people who are immunosuppressed, including lung transplant (LTx) recipients. The aim of this study was to explore the intersection between immunosuppression and COVID-19, through the impacts of the pandemic upon the daily lives of young LTx recipients residing in the Australian state of Victoria.

Methods

An exploratory qualitative research study was undertaken via consumer engagement. A purposive sample of 11 LTx recipients, residing in Victoria, was recruited during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to gain insights into their daily life and healthcare experiences, including the impacts of the COVID-1

SUBMITTER: Hatzikiriakidis K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9115456 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature