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Multiple sclerosis in Fife

R M Grant1, A D Carver, R L Sloan

  • 1Markinch Medical Centre, Fife.

Scottish Medical Journal
|August 26, 1998
PubMed
Summary
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This study found a high prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Fife, Scotland, with many eligible patients not receiving specialist care. This highlights potential gaps in MS management and specialist clinic workload.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) prevalence varies geographically within the UK.
  • Understanding MS distribution is crucial for resource allocation and healthcare planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Fife, Scotland.
  • To assess the proportion of eligible MS patients receiving specialist care and identify potential barriers to treatment.

Main Methods:

  • A multi-source identification strategy was employed, including postal questionnaires to general practices, hospital discharge data, and rehabilitation service databases.
  • Prevalence rates were calculated and standardized.
  • Data on disease subtype, mobility, and specialist care access were collected.

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Main Results:

  • A crude prevalence of 143/100,000 and a Standardised Prevalence Rate of 178/100,000 were identified in Fife.
  • The prevalence in Fife was higher than in southern UK regions but similar to northern Scotland.
  • Of 151 ambulant patients with relapsing-remitting MS eligible for interferon beta-1b, only 90 (60%) were under specialist care.
  • Nearly half of general practices indicated potential changes in referral habits.

Conclusions:

  • Fife exhibits a high prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS).
  • A significant number of eligible MS patients are not under specialist care, indicating potential unmet needs.
  • These findings suggest implications for specialist clinic workload and highlight the need for improved referral pathways.