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ArticleHealth science reports2024

Design of and Early Insights From a Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Patient Engagement Research Council.

Gabrielle Geonnotti, Jacqueline Pesa, Wesley Peters, Melina Taylor, Zia Choudhry, Oluyemisi Falope, Marquetta Price, Lucy Baxter, Bruce West, Lisa Shea

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Gabrielle GeonnottiJanssen Scientific Affairs, LLC Titusville New Jersey USA.ORCID 0009-0000-8584-5536
Jacqueline PesaJanssen Scientific Affairs, LLC Titusville New Jersey USA.ORCID 0000-0002-8335-3009
Wesley PetersEvidera Wilmington North Carolina USA.ORCID 0009-0008-8969-7524
Melina TaylorEvidera Wilmington North Carolina USA.ORCID 0000-0002-8038-0095
Zia ChoudhryJanssen Scientific Affairs, LLC Titusville New Jersey USA.
Oluyemisi FalopeJanssen Scientific Affairs, LLC Titusville New Jersey USA.ORCID 0000-0002-1253-040X
Marquetta PriceGeneralized Myasthenia Gravis Patient Engagement Research Council participant USA.
Lucy BaxterGeneralized Myasthenia Gravis Patient Engagement Research Council participant USA.
Bruce WestGeneralized Myasthenia Gravis Patient Engagement Research Council participant USA.
Lisa SheaJanssen Scientific Affairs, LLC Titusville New Jersey USA.ORCID 0000-0002-3512-0083

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background and Aims: An exploratory focus group study was conducted to better understand the needs of patients living with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG). Methods: US-based adults with gMG and caregivers of patients with gMG participated in a Patient Engagement Research Council between August 2022 and January 2023. The study consisted of a 15-min prework survey, followed by virtual focus groups facilitated using a semi-structured interview guide. Data concepts were identified using conversational analysis and by direct observation. All transcripts were coded based on concepts using a qualitative research analysis program (MaxQDA). Results: 16 participants (13 patients, three caregivers) were recruited. Participants reported impact on daily activities, fatigue, and psychosocial problems. Many participants experienced delayed diagnosis and difficulty accessing specialist care. Participants described multiple barriers related to their gMG, including barriers to treatment, access-related issues, and communication disconnect between patients and healthcare professionals. Achieving stable disease was the most important goal. There was a preference for the autonomy of self-administered medications at home versus infusions. Study insights led to recommendations to guide patient and healthcare professional education. Conclusion: The study illustrates the need to improve access to specialist care, achieve earlier diagnosis, prioritize patients' preferences in disease management, and develop treatments that improve outcomes without additional burden. Patient or Public Contribution: The data collected in this study was provided by the focus group participants, which included patients and caregivers of those with myasthenia gravis.

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caregiversmyasthenia gravispatient engagementpatient‐reported outcomes

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PMCPMC11652384

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