General practitioners' perspectives on the management of gout: a qualitative study

Jeyaruban, Andrew, Soden, Muriel, and Larkins, Sarah (2016) General practitioners' perspectives on the management of gout: a qualitative study. Postgraduate Medical Journal, 92 (1092). pp. 603-607.

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Abstract

Background: Many quantitative studies globally have identified suboptimal management of gout.

Purpose: To explore management of gout from the perspective of general practitioners (GPs), while identifying the barriers and possible strategies for improvement.

Study design: This descriptive qualitative study used semistructured interviews with 14 purposely selected GPs from four separate general practices in Townsville. The questions focused on management strategies, practicalities in managing gout, barriers and possible strategies to improve management.

Results: Indomethacin was commonly reported to be used in acute gout with progression to allopurinol after the acute stage had subsided. There were differences with the initial allopurinol dose and follow-up periods. GPs reported lack of patient adherence to allopurinol and lifestyle modifications, mainly due to lack of education. Most suggested the need for allied health input and improved patient education.

Conclusions: Tailor-made plan in terms of education and lifestyle advice could help adherence to gout management.

Item ID: 44680
Item Type: Article (Research - C1)
ISSN: 1469-0756
Funders: James Cook University (JCU)
Date Deposited: 29 Jul 2016 03:48
FoR Codes: 42 HEALTH SCIENCES > 4203 Health services and systems > 420304 General practice @ 100%
SEO Codes: 92 HEALTH > 9204 Public Health (excl. Specific Population Health) > 920499 Public Health (excl. Specific Population Health) not elsewhere classified @ 100%
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