Mapping the experiences of people with achalasia from initial symptoms to long-term management.

Melika KalantariAmelia Hollywood Rosemary H M LimMajid Hashemi

Published in: Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy (2020)

This research was a novel study exploring patients' experiences and management of achalasia and mapping their journey. Two distinct phases to their journeys were identified: before and after diagnosis. Areas highlighted by this study can provide a basis for future research, in particular behaviour change to support the long-term management of achalasia.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
high resolution
mental health
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
mass spectrometry
current status
patient reported outcomes