Patient perspectives and barriers in the treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration in Denmark: a qualitative study.
Benjamin Sommer ThinggaardMaria PedersenTorben Lykke SorensenJakob GrauslundLonny StokholmPublished in: BMJ open (2023)
This study highlights the resilience and adherence of patients with nAMD in Denmark to their treatment despite various barriers. While the therapy may have negative effects on their well-being, patients do not opt out of treatment. These findings underscore the importance of personalised treatment plans that provide, for example, convenient access to care and clear future agreements at the hospital. By adopting more patient-centred approaches, healthcare providers can enhance patient satisfaction and improve treatment adherence, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and quality of life.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- age related macular degeneration
- metabolic syndrome
- case report
- patient satisfaction
- end stage renal disease
- mesenchymal stem cells
- palliative care
- climate change
- quality improvement
- bone marrow
- chronic pain
- peritoneal dialysis
- adipose tissue
- health information
- depressive symptoms
- social support
- smoking cessation
- insulin resistance
- current status