ArticleOrphanet journal of rare diseases2024
Needs of amyloidosis patients and their care providers: design & first results of the
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- Health service access and delivery for people living with rare disorders: a scoping review.Orphanet journal of rare diseases · 2026Article
- The patient's voice: real-world experiences of a transthyretin amyloidosis focus group.BMC health services research · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundAmyloidosis represents a rare yet heterogeneous multi-system disorder associated with a grave prognosis and an enormous psycho-emotional strain on patients, relatives, and caregivers. We here present the overall study design and first results of
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resultsSeven patients, six relatives and five HCPs participated in the focus groups (step 1). At the time of diagnosis, patients expressed the need of a smooth diagnostic process, possibly enhanced through improved awareness and better education of local HCPs. There was a strong wish to receive well-founded information and comprehensive support including companionship during medical visits, experience the feeling of being understood, find trust in that "everything possible" is being done, and have effortless access to centre staff. In the course of the disease, patients favoured that the specialized centre should manage treatment coordination, monitoring and psychosocial support. The interface between centre and local HCPs was regarded of particular importance, requiring further investigation into its optimal design.
conclusionsPatients with amyloidosis express particular needs that should appropriately be considered in specifically tailored care concepts.
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