Exploring the burden of actinic keratoses through development of a patient decision aid: a mixed-methods study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Developing a patient decision aid (PDA) for actinic keratoses (AKs) helps patients understand their condition and treatment options. This supports shared decision-making and empowers patients in managing their skin cancer risk.
Area Of Science
- Dermatology
- Patient Care
- Health Informatics
Background
- Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions on sun-exposed areas, potentially progressing to squamous cell carcinoma.
- Understanding patient experiences with AKs is crucial for improving patient-provider relationships and shared decision-making (SDM).
Purpose Of The Study
- To develop a patient decision aid (PDA) for field treatment of multiple AKs, adhering to International Patient Decision Aid Standards (IPDAS).
- To characterize the burden and lived experiences of patients with multiple AKs.
- To understand patient decisional needs and clinician preferences for field treatment of multiple AKs.
Main Methods
- A mixed-methods study was conducted, following the latest IPDAS guidelines.
- The study involved characterizing patient experiences and decisional needs.
- Clinician preferences regarding field treatment were also explored.
Main Results
- Multiple AKs significantly impact patients psychosocially.
- Patients reported feeling more supported when provided with evidence-based information to facilitate SDM.
- The study highlighted the need for tools to aid patient understanding and involvement.
Conclusions
- A PDA for multiple AKs can enhance informed, shared decision-making between patients and providers.
- Implementing a PDA empowers patients to actively participate in their treatment strategies.
- This approach supports personalized and effective management of actinic keratoses.
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