A New Organisation of Clinic for Multimorbidity and Polypharmacy

Launched by CENTRAL JUTLAND REGIONAL HOSPITAL · Dec 11, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new outpatient program designed for patients who have multiple chronic conditions, known as multimorbidity. The aim is to see how well this redesigned clinic, which has been in place since 2012, can provide better care by integrating support from various healthcare professionals. The program focuses on treating the whole person rather than just individual diseases, making it easier for patients to manage their health. Researchers will gather information through interviews and surveys to understand both how well the program is accepted and its effects on patients' quality of life, medication use, and overall health.

To participate in this study, individuals must be 18 years or older and have at least two chronic conditions that have lasted for at least six months, along with taking five or more medications. Participants can expect to be involved in interviews and complete questionnaires about their health experiences. This trial is important because it aims to improve the way care is organized for those with complex health needs, ultimately helping both patients and healthcare providers work together more effectively.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Aged18 years or older
• • Multimorbidity: = 2 chronic conditions (minimum 6 months' duration per condition)
• • Polypharmacy (= 5 medications)
• • Complexity: Complex multimorbidity refers to the patient suffering from multiple concurrent, chronic diseases/conditions creating additional challenges. Complexity can be of physical, mental, social character and due to medication, high treatment burden, frailty, frequent healthcare visits or a special need for joint healthcare collaboration.
• Exclusion criteria:
• • Diagnostically unresolved conditions and patients whose primary issues require focused management of chronic pain, psychiatric disorders, alcohol misuse, and other addiction-related challenges.