Open AccessEducate, communicate, anticipate‐practical recommendations for transitioning adolescents with IBD to adult health care
Author(s) -
Hait Elizabeth,
Arnold Janis H,
Fishman Laurie N
Publication year - 2006
Publication title -
inflammatory bowel diseases
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.932
H-Index - 146
eISSN - 1536-4844
pISSN - 1078-0998
DOI - 10.1097/01.mib.0000194182.85047.6a
Subject(s) - timeline , adult care , general partnership , inflammatory bowel disease , medicine , health care , medical care , chronic disease , transition (genetics) , disease , nursing , family medicine , young adult , gerontology , business , pathology , political science , biochemistry , chemistry , archaeology , finance , gene , law , history
The cyclical nature of chronic illness requires that children with inflammatory bowel disease be transitioned to the adult medical system with as much continuity of care as possible. Transition from pediatric to adult medical care continues to present significant barriers. The philosophy of transition centers on a process, with the actual transfer to adult care as a point along this clinical pathway. Concrete steps can be taken to help patients prepare for new responsibilities. The aim of this review is to propose a clinical and developmental timeline for both patients and their medical team, including specific responsibilities for both, so that the partnership can best promote a successful transition.