Various aspects of transition of care for adolescents with urological conditions.
Adv Clin Exp Med
; 31(2): 157-163, 2022 Feb.
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ABSTRACT
Transition into adulthood is a common issue in many disciplines. However, urology faces additional difficulties due to different models of care and training as well as a wide diversity of pathologies. The goal of this paper is to discuss various aspects of the transition of urological care. This review provides some examples of pathologies that might require special attention of specialists. Most patients with rare diseases must be closely followed up in the long term. However, high-volume conditions may also have a huge impact on the well-being and quality of life in adulthood. Children who are cured due to oncological conditions will probably need additional attention in adulthood. The urological care during childhood is provided by a pediatric urologist, a pediatric surgeon or a urologist, depending on the local regulations and the organization of care. All patients are subsequently referred to a general urologist. Nowadays, a multidisciplinary approach is recommended in many cases, with a pediatric urologist as one of the team members. The patient, caregivers and healthcare professionals must be fully involved and focused on close cooperation to make the transition process smooth and successful.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Enfermedades Urológicas
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Urología
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Transición a la Atención de Adultos
Límite:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Child
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Adv Clin Exp Med
Año:
2022
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Polonia