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Smaragda
Lampridou
s.lampridou@nhs.net
Prof
Mary
Wells
mary.wells5@nhs.net
Smaragda
Lampridou
s.lampridou@nhs.net
Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
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Arteries carry blood from the heart to the body. When fat builds up inside arteries it causes blockages that reduce blood supply; when this happens in the legs it is known as peripheral arterial disease (PAD). This affects 20% of people aged over 60 in the UK. PAD poses a significant risk of heart attack,stroke,and amputation within five years of disease onset. UK NHS treatment guidance to help these patients manage their disease and live longer suggests: cholesterol- lowering and blood-thinning tablets; regular exercise and stopping smoking. When patients follow this plan,they have 40% less chance of having a heart attack,stroke,or amputation. Unfortunately,patients do not always follow their treatment plan,which can make them become more unwell and need surgery.It is important to know what helps or stops patients from following their treatment plan. To explore that,the PI will undertake qualitative one-to-one interviews with PAD patients in different areas in the UK. Research has shown the significant influence of family and friends in supporting individuals with chronic diseases. However,the role of this support in PAD remains unclear. To understand the impact of social support,the PI plans to do group interviews with family members and friends aiding PAD patients. Additionally,insights from healthcare professionals,such as nurses,doctors and physiotherapists,will be gathered using group interviews to explore challenges faced by PAD patients and potential solutions. All interviews will be audio-recorded and take place virtually on Microsoft Teams or face-to-face at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. This holistic approach will support the understanding of social and professional support for individuals managing PAD. It will also inform the development of a personalised intervention to support treatment adherence in PAD patients. This ultimately will benefit the patients by providing a more holistic treatment plan.
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The recruitment start and end dates are as follows:
Observational type: Qualitative;
You can take part if:
You may not be able to take part if:
Patients & Family members and friends: Participants lacking the capacity to participate in an interview HCP: Not a registered HCP or not caring for patients with PAD
Below are the locations for where you can take part in the trial. Please note that not all sites may be open.
Smaragda
Lampridou
s.lampridou@nhs.net
Smaragda
Lampridou
s.lampridou@nhs.net
Prof
Mary
Wells
mary.wells5@nhs.net
The study is sponsored by IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST and funded by NIHR Academy .
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