Patients' perspectives on the challenges of chronic heart disease care in rural areas: A qualitative study
Hörold, M.; Gottschalk, M.; Debbeler, C.; Heytens, H.; Wissel, A.; Ehrentreich, S.; Braun-Dullaeus, R.; Apfelbacher, C. · Das Gesundheitswesen · 2022 · Heft 8/09 · S. 1 bis 1
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Einleitung Chronic heart diseases are complex to manage due to structural or functional disorders of the heart. Their prevalence is high and those affected require long-term support. However, the increasing age of general practitioners combined with a shortage of young physicians, especially in rural areas in Germany, is having a growing impact on primary care. We explored the challenges perceived by people with chronic heart disease in rural areas regarding outpatient healthcare. Methoden We conducted a qualitative study with people affected by chronic heart disease in Saxony-Anhalt as part of the EU funded pro…