Patient-reported continuity of care and the association with patient experience of cardiovascular prevention: an observational study in Germany.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cardiovascular diseases are often accompanied by comorbidities, which require good coordination of care. Especially in fragmented healthcare systems, it is important to apply strategies such as case management to achieve high continuity of care. The aim of this study was to document continuity of care from the patients' perspective in ambulatory cardiovascular care in Germany and to explore the associations with patient-reported experience of cardiovascular prevention.

Methods

This cross-sectional observational study was performed in primary care practices in Germany. The study included patients with three recorded chronic diseases, including coronary heart disease. Continuity of care was measured with the Nijmegen Continuity Questionnaire, which addresses persona

SUBMITTER: Arnold C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9289649 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature