A quantitative and qualitative analysis of patient group narratives suggests common biopsychosocial red flags of undiagnosed rare disease
Abstract Background The ‘diagnostic odyssey’ is a common challenge faced by patients living with rare diseases and poses a significant burden for patients, their families and carers, and the healthcare system. The diagnosis of rare diseases in clinical settings is challenging, with patients typicall...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-04-01
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Series: | Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13023-024-03143-8 |