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A coordinated transition model for patients with cystinosis: from pediatric to adult care
- Source :
- Nefrología (English Edition); November-December 2016, Vol. 36 Issue: 6 p616-630, 15p
- Publication Year :
- 2016
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Abstract
- Improved outcome and longer life expectancy in patients with cystinosis and the intrinsic complexity of the disease, underline the need for a guided transition of patients from pediatric to adult care. The process aims to guarantee the continuum of care and enable the empowerment of patients from guardian to self-care.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20132514
- Volume :
- 36
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Nefrología (English Edition)
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- ejs40850998
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nefroe.2016.12.006