The transition from pediatric to adult healthcare in spina bifida: an interview-based measure

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Authors

Grayson N. Holmbeck · Loyola University Chicago

Tessa K. Kritikos · Loyola University Chicago

Olivia E Clark · Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Allison d. Payne · Loyola University Chicago

Taylor Morgan Dattilo · Nationwide Children's Hospital

Colleen Driscoll · Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Taylor Hilderbrand

Abstract

This study supports the use of an interview-based measure in young adults with SB. Findings revealed that a large percentage of young adults aged 19-26 had not transitioned to adult healthcare and felt ill-equipped to manage health complications.

Topics & Keywords

Adolescent and Pediatric Healthcare Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations Healthcare Policy and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Pediatric Psychology

DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsaf107

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