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Becker SL, Kody S, Fett NM, Hines A, Alavi A, Ortega-Loayza AG. Approach to the Atypical Wound. Am J Clin Dermatol 2024; 25:559-584. [PMID: 38744780 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-024-00865-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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The heterogeneity of atypical wounds can present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges; however, as the prevalence of atypical wounds grows worldwide, prompt and accurate management is increasingly an essential skill for dermatologists. Addressing the underlying cause of an atypical wound is critical for successful outcomes. An integrated approach with a focus on pain management and patient engagement is recommended to facilitate enduring wound closure. Advances in treatment, in addition to further research and clinical training, are necessary to address the expanding burden of atypical wounds.
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- Sarah L Becker
- Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University, 3303 S Bond Ave Building 1, 16th Floor, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University, 3303 S Bond Ave Building 1, 16th Floor, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University, 3303 S Bond Ave Building 1, 16th Floor, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University, 3303 S Bond Ave Building 1, 16th Floor, Portland, OR, 97239, USA.
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Salamon G, Field-Werners U, Strobl S, Hübl V, Diem A. Facing the complex challenges of people with epidermolysis bullosa in Austria: a mixed methods study on burdens and helpful practices. Orphanet J Rare Dis 2024; 19:211. [PMID: 38773622 PMCID: PMC11110252 DOI: 10.1186/s13023-024-03163-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 03/30/2024] [Indexed: 05/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND With approximately 500 people affected in Austria, epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic skin disease reducing the quality of life of those affected and their relatives. The intensive efforts of the patient organisation DEBRA Austria during the last decades have led to a unique situation of those affected and their relatives, with increased support and broader knowledge about the disease in the general population. The aim of the study is to evaluate the current situation of patients and their relatives living in Austria, with a focus on burdens and helpful practices. RESULTS The mixed-methods study consisted of two parts: a qualitative interview study to identify psychosocial aspects of EB in those affected and their relatives, and a subsequent online survey to further assess those aspects in a larger sample, resulting in a total of n=78 Austrian participants. The impact of EB on the quality of life of EB patients and their relatives in Austria is related to the current health status, psychological burden, mobility, visibility, financial situation as well as job prospects. Personal and social resources and external support have a significant influence on the individual situation. CONCLUSIONS The outcome is mapped to concrete implications regarding targeted support for EB patients and their relatives on an individual level and their needs in regard to the Austrian health care system.
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- Gudrun Salamon
- Faculty of Psychology, Sigmund Freud University Vienna, Freudplatz 1, 1020, Vienna, Austria.
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- Faculty of Psychology, Sigmund Freud University Vienna, Freudplatz 1, 1020, Vienna, Austria
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- Faculty of Psychology, Sigmund Freud University Vienna, Freudplatz 1, 1020, Vienna, Austria
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- Faculty of Psychology, Sigmund Freud University Vienna, Freudplatz 1, 1020, Vienna, Austria
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- EB House Austria, Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria
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Salamon G, Strobl S, Field-Werners U, Welponer T, Murrell DF, Diem A. Translation, cultural adaptation and validation of the German Quality of Life in Epidermolysis Bullosa (QOLEB) questionnaire. J Health Psychol 2024:13591053231221369. [PMID: 38369713 DOI: 10.1177/13591053231221369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare disease characterised by skin fragility and a wide variety of symptoms. The Quality of Life in Epidermolysis Bullosa (QOLEB) score is an English 17-item EB-specific validated measurement tool with two dimensions: functioning and emotions. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to develop and validate a culturally adapted German QOLEB. The following steps were carried out: translation, expert evaluation, back translation, linguistic and cultural adaptation, sample-based psychometric testing and evaluation. Data analysis was performed with n = 46 patients across all EB types. The reliability and internal consistency of the translated German QOLEB were excellent (α = 0.901). Regarding convergent validity, the QOLEB correlated highly with the iscorEB (r = 0.879; p < 0.001). Structural similarity with the English original version was confirmed through exploratory factor analysis. In conclusion, the German QOLEB demonstrates internal reliability and construct validity and is suitable to assess the quality of life in German-speaking EB patients.
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- EB House Austria, University Hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Austria
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- EB House Austria, University Hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Austria
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France E, Uny I, Turley R, Thomson K, Noyes J, Jordan A, Forbat L, Caes L, Silveira Bianchim M. A meta-ethnography of how children and young people with chronic non-cancer pain and their families experience and understand their condition, pain services, and treatments. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2023; 10:CD014873. [PMID: 37795766 PMCID: PMC10552070 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd014873.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic non-cancer pain in childhood is widespread, affecting 20% to 35% of children and young people worldwide. For a sizeable number of children, chronic non-cancer pain has considerable negative impacts on their lives and quality of life, and leads to increased use of healthcare services and medication. In many countries, there are few services for managing children's chronic non-cancer pain, with many services being inadequate. Fourteen Cochrane Reviews assessing the effects of pharmacological, psychological, psychosocial, dietary or physical activity interventions for managing children's chronic non-cancer pain identified a lack of high-quality evidence to inform pain management. To design and deliver services and interventions that meet the needs of patients and their families, we need to understand how children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families experience pain, their views of services and treatments for chronic pain, and which outcomes are important to them. OBJECTIVES 1. To synthesise qualitative studies that examine the experiences and perceptions of children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families regarding chronic non-cancer pain, treatments and services to inform the design and delivery of health and social care services, interventions and future research. 2. To explore whether our review findings help to explain the results of Cochrane Reviews of intervention effects of treatments for children's chronic non-cancer pain. 3. To determine if programme theories and outcomes of interventions match children and their families' views of desired treatments and outcomes. 4. To use our findings to inform the selection and design of patient-reported outcome measures for use in chronic non-cancer pain studies and interventions and care provision to children and their families. The review questions are: 1. How do children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families conceptualise chronic pain? 2. How do children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families live with chronic pain? 3. What do children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families think of how health and social care services respond to and manage their child's chronic pain? 4. What do children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families conceptualise as 'good' chronic pain management and what do they want to achieve from chronic pain management interventions and services? SEARCH METHODS Review strategy: we comprehensively searched 12 bibliographic databases including MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycInfo and grey literature sources, and conducted supplementary searches in 2020. We updated the database searches in September 2022. SELECTION CRITERIA To identify published and unpublished qualitative research with children aged 3 months to 18 years with chronic non-cancer pain and their families focusing on their perceptions, experiences and views of chronic pain, services and treatments. The final inclusion criteria were agreed with a patient and public involvement group of children and young people with chronic non-cancer pain and their families. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS We conducted a qualitative evidence synthesis using meta-ethnography, a seven-phase, systematic, interpretive, inductive methodology that takes into account the contexts and meanings of the original studies. We assessed the richness of eligible studies and purposively sampled rich studies ensuring they addressed the review questions. Cochrane Qualitative Methods Implementation Group guidance guided sampling. We assessed the methodological limitations of studies using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool. We extracted data on study aims, focus, characteristics and conceptual findings from study reports using NVivo software. We compared these study data to determine how the studies related to one another and grouped studies by pain conditions for synthesis. We used meta-ethnography to synthesise each group of studies separately before synthesising them all together. Analysis and interpretation of studies involved children with chronic non-cancer pain and their families and has resulted in theory to inform service design and delivery. Sampling, organising studies for synthesis, and analysis and interpretation involved our patient and public involvement group who contributed throughout the conduct of the review. We used the GRADE-CERQual (Confidence in the Evidence from Reviews of Qualitative research) approach to assess our confidence in each review finding. We used a matrix approach to integrate our findings with existing Cochrane Reviews on treatment effectiveness for children's chronic non-cancer pain. MAIN RESULTS We synthesised 43 studies sampled from 170 eligible studies reported in 182 publications. Included studies involved 633 participants. GRADE-CERQual assessments of findings were mostly high (n = 21, 58%) or moderate (n = 12, 33%) confidence with three (8%) low or very low confidence. Poorly managed, moderate or severe chronic non-cancer pain had profound adverse impacts on family dynamics and relationships; family members' emotions, well-being, autonomy and sense of self-identity; parenting strategies; friendships and socialising; children's education and future employment prospects; and parental employment. Most children and parents understood chronic non-cancer pain as having an underlying biological cause and wanted curative treatment. However, families had difficulties seeking and obtaining support from health services to manage their child's pain and its impacts. Children and parents felt that healthcare professionals did not always listen to their experiences and expertise, or believe the child's pain. Some families repeatedly visited health services seeking a diagnosis and cure. Over time, some children and families gave up hope of effective treatment. Outcomes measured within trials and Cochrane Reviews of intervention effects did not include some outcomes of importance to children and families, including impacts of pain on the whole family and absence of pain. Cochrane Reviews have mainly neglected a holistic biopsychosocial approach, which specifies the interrelatedness of biological, psychological and social aspects of illness, when selecting outcome measures and considering how chronic pain management interventions work. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS We had high or moderate confidence in the evidence contributing to most review findings. Further research, especially into families' experiences of treatments and services, could strengthen the evidence for low or very low confidence findings. Future research should also explore families' experiences in low- to middle-income contexts; of pain treatments including opioid use in children, which remains controversial; and of social care services. We need development and testing of family-centred interventions and services acceptable to families. Future trials of children's chronic non-cancer pain interventions should include family-centred outcomes.
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- Emma France
- NMAHP Research Unit, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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- Institute of Social Marketing, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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- Development Directorate, Cochrane Central Executive, Cochrane, London, UK
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- Occupational Therapy, Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Centre for Health-Related Research, Fron Heulog, Bangor University, Bangor, UK
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- Department of Psychology, University of Bath, Bath, UK
- Bath Centre for Pain Research, University of Bath, Bath, UK
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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- NMAHP Research Unit, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
- Centre for Population Health and Wellbeing Research, School of Medical and Health Sciences, Bangor University, Bangor, UK
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Current Utilization of Qualitative Methodologies in Dermatology: A Scoping Review. JID INNOVATIONS 2023; 3:100172. [PMID: 36891031 PMCID: PMC9986021 DOI: 10.1016/j.xjidi.2022.100172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2022] [Revised: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 10/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The focus of this review was to determine how qualitative methods are used in dermatology research and whether published manuscripts meet current standards for qualitative research. A scoping review of manuscripts published in English between January 1, 2016 and September 22, 2021 was conducted. A coding document was developed to collect information on authors, methodology, participants, research theme, and the presence of quality criteria as outlined by the Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research. Manuscripts were included if they described original qualitative research about dermatologic conditions or topics of primary interest to dermatology. An adjacency search yielded 372 manuscripts, and after screening, 134 met the inclusion criteria. Most studies utilized interviews or focus groups, and researchers predominantly selected participants on the basis of disease status, including over 30 common and rare dermatologic conditions. Research themes frequently included patient experience of disease, development of patient-reported outcomes, and descriptions of provider and caregiver experiences. Although most authors explained their analysis and sampling strategy and included empirical data, few referenced qualitative data reporting standards. Missed opportunities for qualitative methods in dermatology include examination of health disparities, exploration of surgical and cosmetic dermatology experiences, and determination of the lived experience of and provider attitudes toward diverse patient populations.
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Haller CN, Jaquez SD, Henkel ED, Levy ML, Diaz LZ. Reducing anxiety and preventing trauma in pediatric epidermolysis bullosa. Pediatr Dermatol 2022; 39:497-501. [PMID: 35229902 DOI: 10.1111/pde.14951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2021] [Revised: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Although dermatologists are well-trained in the medical management of complex skin disease, psychosocial care often exceeds a dermatologist's skillset. We aim to elucidate major factors to consider in the comprehensive management of pediatric epidermolysis bullosa (EB) and provide care recommendations. There are many types of trauma a child with EB may experience, from social to psychological to medical. We include information on trauma-informed care and advice for the dermatologist and multidisciplinary team regarding patient-centered and family-centered approaches to recognizing and reducing anxiety and trauma in EB patients.
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- Dell Children's Medical Center, Austin, Texas, USA.,Department of Psychiatry, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA.,Department of Pediatrics, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA.,Dell Children's Medical Center, Austin, Texas, USA.,Department of Pediatrics, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA.,Dell Children's Medical Center, Austin, Texas, USA.,Department of Pediatrics, Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas, USA
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Barbosa NG, Silva CB, Carlos DM, Brosso L, Levada AF, Okido ACC. Inclusão escolar de crianças e adolescentes com epidermólise bolhosa: a perspectiva materna. Rev Esc Enferm USP 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/1980-220x-reeusp-2022-0271pt] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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RESUMO Objetivo: compreender a inclusão escolar de crianças e adolescentes com epidermólise bolhosa na perspectiva materna. Método: estudo qualitativo, fundamentado na Teoria Bioecológica do Desenvolvimento de Urie Bronfenbrenner, realizado entre setembro e novembro de 2021. Foram realizadas entrevistas com seis mães de diferentes localidades brasileiras, áudio e vídeogravadas, utilizando a plataforma Google Meet®. Os depoimentos foram analisados mediantes análise temática. Resultados: Foram identificadas duas categorias: i) O microssistema escolar: desafios e adaptações para inclusão de crianças e adolescentes com epidermólise bolhosa; ii) O mesossistema família-escola: possibilidades para promover maior inclusão escolar. As mães destacaram os desafios da inclusão escolar, bem como os benefícios proporcionados pela interação social. A fim de facilitar a inclusão, o microssistema escolar promove adaptações do processo de ensino aprendizagem, mudanças estruturais, contratação de cuidadores e interlocução com os familiares. Conclusão A inclusão escolar foi inicialmente permeada por sentimentos como medo e angústia, mas as adaptações contribuíram para promover bem-estar, acolhimento e integração social das crianças e adolescentes.
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Barbosa NG, Silva CB, Carlos DM, Brosso L, Levada AF, Okido ACC. School inclusion of children and adolescents with epidermolysis bullosa: The mothers’ perspective. Rev Esc Enferm USP 2022; 56:e20220271. [PMID: 36541598 PMCID: PMC10116876 DOI: 10.1590/1980-220x-reeusp-2022-0271en] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Objective: to understand the school inclusion of children and adolescents with Epidermolysis Bullosa from the mothers’ perspective. Method: qualitative study, based on Urie Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Theory of Development, conducted between September and November 2021. Interviews were conducted with six mothers from different Brazilian locations, recording audio and video using the Google Meet® platform. The statements were analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: two categories were identified: i) The school microsystem: challenges and adaptations for inclusion of children and adolescents with Epidermolysis Bullosa; ii) The school-family mesosystem: possibilities to promote better school inclusion. Mothers highlighted the challenges in school inclusion as well as the benefits provided by social interaction. In order to facilitate the inclusion, the school microsystem promoted adaptations in the teaching-learning process, structural changes, hiring of caregivers, and dialogues with family members. Conclusion: initially, school inclusion was permeated by feelings such as fear and anguish, but the adaptations contributed to promote well-being, welcoming, and social integration of children and adolescents.
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