The role of informal carers in the diagnostic process of heart failure: a secondary qualitative analysis

The role of informal carers in the diagnostic process of heart failure: a secondary qualitative analysis

Abstract Background Heart failure (HF) is a common clinical syndrome, particularly in older people, and symptoms can develop gradually. The aim of this study was to explore the role of informal carers in the HF diagnostic process. Methods Secondary analysis of qualitative interviews with 16 particip...

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Main Authors: Frances Bell-Davies, Clare Goyder, Nicola Gale, F. D. Richard Hobbs, Clare J. Taylor
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-04-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Subjects:
Heart failure
Diagnosis
Carer
Symptoms
Awareness
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12872-019-1075-6

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