Article: Unmet needs of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.(Report)

Qualitative studies have revealed that patients with chronic illnesses, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), often report withholding the full range of their needs from health care providers.(1-3) Ascertaining the perceived needs of patients with SLE is important for multiple reasons. In a discussion of unmet health care needs in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and ankylosing spondylitis, 3 functions of needs assessment research were identified. (4) First, feedback from patients concerning the type and level of their unmet illness-related needs can be used to improve existing services and develop new interventions. Second, patients' responses can inform ...

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