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Roos, S., Sjöström, M., Medin, J. & Melin-Johansson, C. (2025). Experiences of continuity of care among registered nurses caring for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in primary care: a qualitative study. Journal of Advanced Nursing
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Experiences of continuity of care among registered nurses caring for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in primary care: a qualitative study
2025 (English)In: Journal of Advanced Nursing, ISSN 0309-2402, E-ISSN 1365-2648Article in journal (Refereed) Epub ahead of print
Abstract [en]

Aim: To explore Registered Nurses' experiences of continuity of care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in primary care.

Design: An inductive, descriptive qualitative study.

pled Registered Nurses of varying levels of experience from eight regions in Sweden. The audiotaped interviews were conducted over a 5-month period (December 2023–April 2024), transcribed verbatim and analysed using interpretive description.

Results: Registered Nurses' experiences of continuity of care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are described by three themes (seven subthemes): Patient continuity (Building personal relationships: Being accessible and enabling trust and confirmation), Collaborator continuity (Having a colleague to lean on: Colleagues can lean on me: Feeling alone with my expertise) and Continuity with myself (Trusting my own competence: Carrying a burden alone).

Reporting Method: Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research Guidelines.

Conclusion: This study provides an understanding of Registered Nurses' experiences of continuity of care in primary care. The results may help improve future care since nurses play an essential role in the care of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease within primary care.

Implications for the Profession and Patient Care: To enhance continuity of care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the relationship between the nurse and the patient is important, as is collaboration with colleagues. This collaborative approach allows these nurses to maintain continuity with both the patients and themselves, fostering a more stable and effective care environment.

Impact: This study offers valuable insights into the experiences of Registered Nurses in maintaining continuity of care within primary care, particularly for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By highlighting the critical role of Registered Nurses in managing these patients, the study underscores the importance of strong nurse–patient relationships and effective collaboration among healthcare professionals. Patient or Public

Contribution: No Patient or Public Contribution.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
John Wiley & Sons, 2025
Keywords
continuity of care, COPD, experiences, healthcare professionals, interpretive description, nurses, nursing, primary care, qualitative research
National Category
Nursing Health Care Service and Management, Health Policy and Services and Health Economy
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-238439 (URN)10.1111/jan.16936 (DOI)001458146700001 ()40171729 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-105001850504 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2025-05-12 Created: 2025-05-12 Last updated: 2025-05-12
Boks, M., Lilja, M., Lindam, A., Widerström, M., Persson, A., Karling, P. & Sjöström, M. (2025). Long-term symptoms in children after a Cryptosporidium hominis outbreak in Sweden: a 10-year follow-up. Parasitology Research, 124(1), Article ID 13.
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Long-term symptoms in children after a Cryptosporidium hominis outbreak in Sweden: a 10-year follow-up
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2025 (English)In: Parasitology Research, ISSN 0932-0113, E-ISSN 1432-1955, Vol. 124, no 1, article id 13Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

In 2010, a Cryptosporidium hominis outbreak resulted in 27,000 clinical cryptosporidiosis cases (45% of the population) in Östersund, Sweden. Long-term abdominal and joint symptoms are common following cryptosporidiosis in adults, and it can affect the development of children in low-income countries. We investigated the potential consequences for children in a high-income setting. In 2011, we prospectively surveyed 600 randomly selected children aged 0-5 years from Östersund. Cases were defined as respondents reporting new episodes of diarrhoea during the outbreak. After 10 years, respondents received a follow-up questionnaire about long-term symptoms (n = 423). We used X2 and Mann-Whitney U tests to assess between-group differences in demographics and the mean number of symptoms. Logistic regressions adjusted for sex, age, and prior issues with loose stools were used to examine associations between case status and symptoms reported at follow-up. We retrieved data on healthcare visits from patient records. In total, 121 cases and 174 non-cases responded to the follow-up questionnaire (69.7%). Cases reported 1.74 (median 1.00, range 0-14) symptoms and non-cases 1.37 (median 0.00, range 0-11) symptoms (p = 0.029). Cases were more likely to report joint symptoms (aOR 4.0, CI 1.3-12.0) and fatigue (aOR 1.9, CI 1.1-3.4), but numbers were generally low. We found no between-group differences in abdominal symptoms, healthcare utilization, or disease diagnoses. Children aged 0-5 years from high-income countries may experience long-term symptoms after cryptosporidiosis, but may not be affected to the same extent as adults or their peers living in low-income countries.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Springer Nature, 2025
Keywords
Cryptosporidium, Disease outbreaks, Paediatric infections, Post-infectious symptoms, Sequelae
National Category
Epidemiology Public Health, Global Health and Social Medicine Infectious Medicine
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-235372 (URN)10.1007/s00436-025-08455-7 (DOI)001405610700001 ()39862254 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85216996624 (Scopus ID)
Funder
Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-939404Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-965542Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-967794Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-978075Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-980156Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-990885Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-993985Visare Norr, VISARENORR967799Visare Norr, VISARENORR993655
Available from: 2025-02-24 Created: 2025-02-24 Last updated: 2025-02-24Bibliographically approved
Peláez-Zuberbuhler, J., Thern, E., Karlsen, H. R., Innstrand, S. T., Christensen, M., Landstad, B. J., . . . Brulin, E. (2025). Problem drinking and comorbidity with mental ill health: a cross-sectional study among healthcare workers in Sweden. Alcohol and Alcoholism, 60(3), Article ID agaf016.
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Problem drinking and comorbidity with mental ill health: a cross-sectional study among healthcare workers in Sweden
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2025 (English)In: Alcohol and Alcoholism, ISSN 0735-0414, E-ISSN 1464-3502, Vol. 60, no 3, article id agaf016Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Aims: Problem drinking in healthcare workers (HCWs) is highly relevant to study as it could result in personal suffering, as well as inefficiencies in health service delivery. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of nondrinking, drinking, and problem drinking and to investigate the comorbidity between drinking alcohol and mental illness (burnout and depression) among HCWs in Sweden.

Methods: This cross-sectional study draws on the 2022 Longitudinal Occupational Health survey in Healthcare Sweden of physicians, nurses, and nurse assistants in Sweden (N = 5966). Measures include levels of alcohol use assessed by the Cut, Annoyed, Guilty, and Eye Opener questionnaire, the 12-item Burnout Assessment Tool, and the Symptom CheckList–Core Depression. Multinomial Logistic regressions were used to investigate the likelihood of reporting nondrinking and problem drinking compared to drinking.

Results: The prevalence of problem drinking among Swedish HCWs was 3.7%. Only sex differences were observed for those with a problem drinking, with male nurses and nurse assistants being more likely to report problem drinking. Comorbidity was found between problem drinking and depression but not between problem drinking and burnout.

Conclusions: This study demonstrated that ~3.7% of Swedish HCWs had problem drinking and that those also had a higher likelihood of reporting depression but not burnout. Results contribute to new knowledge about the use of alcohol and comorbidities with depression and burnout among HCWs in Sweden. Findings could benefit employers in implementing preventive and tailored strategies to preserve the psychosocial well-being of HCWs.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Oxford University Press, 2025
Keywords
burnout, depression, healthcare, problem drinking
National Category
Occupational Health and Environmental Health Drug Abuse and Addiction
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-238464 (URN)10.1093/alcalc/agaf016 (DOI)001469875400001 ()40244712 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-105003418268 (Scopus ID)
Funder
AFA Insurance, 220177
Available from: 2025-05-08 Created: 2025-05-08 Last updated: 2025-05-08Bibliographically approved
Hedman, M., Wennberg, P., Sjöström, M. & Brännström, M. (2025). Role of general practitioner-led rural community hospitals in Sweden: a qualitative study. BMJ Open, 15(2), Article ID e087944.
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Role of general practitioner-led rural community hospitals in Sweden: a qualitative study
2025 (English)In: BMJ Open, E-ISSN 2044-6055, Vol. 15, no 2, article id e087944Article, review/survey (Other academic) Published
Abstract [en]

Objective: To explore rural general practitioners’ (GPs’) experiences of providing care in rural community hospitals (CHs) in northern Sweden.

Design: An interview study, using qualitative content analysis.

Setting: The study was conducted in Norrbotten and Västerbotten counties in Sweden and included eight rural CHs.

Participants: Semi-structured interviews were conducted in 2018 with 15 rural GPs.

Results: Two themes were identified: ‘Being the hub in the patient’s healthcare pathway’ and ‘Offering person-centred care far from hospital’. CHs are suitable for elderly, multimorbid and end-of-life patients, emphasising proximity, familiarity and discharge planning. They serve as primary care and intermediate hospital care hubs, collaborating with general hospitals and municipal caregivers. The rural GPs interviewed, as generalists, value holistic hospital patient care, and benefit from longitudinal patient knowledge. They highlighted these advantages and the cost-effectiveness of the CH model, arguing that it should be extended to urban regions. The rural GPs described their work situation as stimulating, but role conflicts in tight-knit communities, geographical distances and limited medical resources pose rural-specific ethical dilemmas.

Conclusions: Rural GPs value the holistic generalist perspective of CH care and emphasise the high-quality care that the CH setting enables them to provide. Despite rural-specific ethical dilemmas, they value the CH model and are concerned about its closures.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
BMJ Publishing Group Ltd, 2025
National Category
Medical and Health Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-236434 (URN)10.1136/bmjopen-2024-087944 (DOI)001419665400001 ()39938964 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85218173612 (Scopus ID)
Funder
Region Västerbotten
Available from: 2025-03-13 Created: 2025-03-13 Last updated: 2025-03-13Bibliographically approved
Wadensten, T., Nyström, E., Sjöström, M., Lindam, A. & Samuelsson, E. (2024). APP-based treatment of urgency and mixed urinary incontinence in women: factors associated with long-term satisfaction. Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 309(5), 2193-2202
Open this publication in new window or tab >>APP-based treatment of urgency and mixed urinary incontinence in women: factors associated with long-term satisfaction
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2024 (English)In: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics, ISSN 0932-0067, E-ISSN 1432-0711, Vol. 309, no 5, p. 2193-2202Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Purpose: App-based treatment of urgency (UUI) and mixed (MUI) urinary incontinence has proved to be effective. To further improve treatment, it will be beneficial to analyze baseline and treatment-related factors that are associated with satisfaction.

Methods: A secondary analysis was conducted of data from a randomized controlled trial (RCT) assessing an app for UUI or MUI treatment, encompassing 98 women for whom there was long-term treatment satisfaction data. All participants completed a short-term (15 weeks) and a long-term (15 months) follow-up questionnaire after being given access to treatment. The outcome was a 3-item question on current treatment satisfaction at the long-term follow-up. Factors potentially associated with the outcome were analyzed using the chi-square test, Student’s t test or logistic regression.

Results: At the long-term follow-up, 58% of the women were satisfied with the treatment. The most important baseline variable associated with satisfaction was incontinence-related quality of life (International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire (ICIQ) − Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Quality of Life Module) (OR 0.91, 95% CI 0.58–0.97). Short-term follow-up variables associated with long-term treatment satisfaction were improvement in the ability to endure urgency (OR 4.33, 95% CI 1.43–13.12), and confidence in pelvic floor contraction ability (OR 2.67, 95% CI 1.04–6.82).

Conclusion: App-based treatment for UUI and MUI may be an alternative first-line treatment that is satisfactory to many women over the long-term. Furthermore, short-term treatment that focuses on improving the ability to endure urgency, and confidence in pelvic floor contraction ability, can also be recommended for long-term satisfaction.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Springer Nature, 2024
Keywords
eHealth, Mobile app, OAB, Treatment satisfaction, Urgency urinary incontinence
National Category
Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine Clinical Medicine
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-218896 (URN)10.1007/s00404-023-07303-2 (DOI)001130372200001 ()38141064 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85180422733 (Scopus ID)
Funder
The Kamprad Family FoundationRegion Jämtland HärjedalenVisare Norr
Available from: 2024-01-04 Created: 2024-01-04 Last updated: 2025-02-18Bibliographically approved
Brulin, E., Lidwall, U., Seing, I., Nyberg, A., Landstad, B., Sjöström, M., . . . Nilsen, P. (2023). Healthcare in distress: a survey of mental health problems and the role of gender among nurses and physicians in Sweden. Journal of Affective Disorders, 339, 104-110
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Healthcare in distress: a survey of mental health problems and the role of gender among nurses and physicians in Sweden
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2023 (English)In: Journal of Affective Disorders, ISSN 0165-0327, E-ISSN 1573-2517, Vol. 339, p. 104-110Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Introduction: The present article aimed to investigate 1) if mental health problems (depression and burnout including the dimensions; emotional exhaustion, mental distance and cognitive and emotional impairment) differed between nurses and physicians in Sweden, 2) if any differences were explained by differences in sex compositions, and 3) if any sex differences were larger within either of the two professions.

Method: Data were derived from a representative sample of nurses (n = 2903) and physicians (n = 2712) in 2022. Two scales were used to assess burnout (KEDS and BAT) and one to assess depression (SCL-6). The BAT scale has four sub-dimensions. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression were used to analyse each scale and dimension separately.

Results: Results showed that 16–28 % of nurses and physicians reported moderate to severe symptoms of burnout. The prevalence differed between occupations across the scales and dimensions used. Nurses reported higher scores on KEDS while physicians reported higher scores on BAT including the four dimensions. Also, 7 % of nurses' and 6 % of physicians' scores were above the cut-off for major depression. The inclusion of sex in the models changed the odds ratios of differences between doctors and nurses in all mental health dimensions except mental distance and cognitive impairment.

Limitations: This study was based on cross-sectional survey data which has some limitations.

Conclusion: Our study suggests that the prevalence of mental health problems is prominent among nurses and physicians in Sweden. Sex plays an important role in the difference in the prevalence of mental health problems between the two professions.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Elsevier, 2023
Keywords
Burnout, Depression, Nurses, Physicians, Sex
National Category
Public Health, Global Health and Social Medicine
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-212234 (URN)10.1016/j.jad.2023.07.042 (DOI)001048642600001 ()37433382 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85164483462 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2023-07-20 Created: 2023-07-20 Last updated: 2025-04-24Bibliographically approved
Brulin, E., Ekberg, K., Landstad, B. J., Lidwall, U., Sjöström, M. & Wilczek, A. (2023). Money talks: performance-based reimbursement systems impact on perceived work, health and patient care for physicians in Sweden. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, Article ID 1216229.
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Money talks: performance-based reimbursement systems impact on perceived work, health and patient care for physicians in Sweden
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2023 (English)In: Frontiers in Psychology, E-ISSN 1664-1078, Vol. 14, article id 1216229Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Introduction: The study aimed to investigate in which way performance-based reimbursement (PBR) systems in Swedish healthcare services (1) subjectively impacted physicians’ work and patient care and (2) were associated with the occurrence of stress-induced exhaustion disorders among physicians.

Method: The study applied a mixed-method design. Data were collected from a representative sample of Swedish physicians. In the questionnaire, respondents were asked to answer an open-ended question regarding their reflections on PBR. The answers to the open-ended question were analysed using thematic analysis. Respondents were also asked to rate the impact of PBR on their work. The association between PBR and self-rated stress-induced exhaustion disease was analysed with logistic regressions. Stress-induced exhaustion disorder was measured using the Burnout Assessment Scale.

Results: Thematic analysis resulted in four themes: (1) Money talks, (2) Patients are affected, (3) Medical morals are challenged, and (4) PBR increase the quantity of illegitimate tasks. Logistic regressions showed that physicians who experienced PBR had an impact on their work and had a two-fold higher risk of stress-induced exhaustion disorder.

Discussion: Our findings suggest that current reimbursement systems in Sweden play an essential role in Swedish healthcare and negatively influence physicians’ work and health. Also, current PBR impact patients negatively. No previous study has explored the potentially harmful impact of PBR on how physicians perceive work, health and patient care. Results indicate that policymakers should be encouraged to deeply review PBR systems and focus on ways that they can limit the negative impact on physicians’ work and health while meeting future challenges.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Frontiers Media S.A., 2023
Keywords
mixed method, patient care, performance-based reimbursement, physicians, stress-induced exhaustion disorder, work environment
National Category
Occupational Health and Environmental Health
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-212508 (URN)10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1216229 (DOI)001030284300001 ()37484100 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85165241479 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2023-08-01 Created: 2023-08-01 Last updated: 2023-08-01Bibliographically approved
Boks, M., Lilja, M., Widerström, M., Karling, P., Lindam, A. & Sjöström, M. (2023). Persisting symptoms after Cryptosporidium hominis outbreak: a 10-year follow-up from Östersund, Sweden. Parasitology Research, 122(7), 1631-1639
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Persisting symptoms after Cryptosporidium hominis outbreak: a 10-year follow-up from Östersund, Sweden
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2023 (English)In: Parasitology Research, ISSN 0932-0113, E-ISSN 1432-1955, Vol. 122, no 7, p. 1631-1639Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

In late 2010, an outbreak of Cryptosporidium hominis affected 27,000 inhabitants (45%) of Östersund, Sweden. Previous research shows that abdomen and joint symptoms commonly persist up to 5 years post-infection. It is unknown whether Cryptosporidium is associated with sequelae for a longer duration, how persisting symptoms present over time, and whether sequelae are associated with prolonged infection. In this prospective cohort study, a randomly selected cohort in Östersund was surveyed about cryptosporidiosis symptoms in 2011 (response rate 69.2%). A case was defined as a respondent reporting new diarrhoea episodes during the outbreak. Follow-up questionnaires were sent after 5 and 10 years. Logistic regressions were used to examine associations between case status and symptoms reported after 10 years, with results presented as adjusted odds ratios (aOR) with 95% confidence intervals. Consistency of symptoms and associations with case status and number of days with symptoms during outbreak were analysed using X 2 and Mann–Whitney U tests. The response rate after 10 years was 74% (n = 538). Case status was associated with reporting symptoms, with aOR of ~3 for abdominal symptoms and ~2 for joint symptoms. Cases were more likely to report consistent symptoms. Cases with consistent abdominal symptoms at follow-up reported 9.2 days with symptoms during the outbreak (SD 8.1), compared to 6.6 days (SD 6.1) for cases reporting varying or no symptoms (p = 0.003). We conclude that cryptosporidiosis was associated with an up to threefold risk for reporting symptoms 10 years post-infection. Consistent symptoms were associated with prolonged infection.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Springer Nature, 2023
Keywords
Cryptosporidium, Diarrhoea, Disease outbreaks, PI-IBS, Post-infectious symptoms, Sequelae
National Category
Infectious Medicine Public Health, Global Health and Social Medicine
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-209290 (URN)10.1007/s00436-023-07866-8 (DOI)000990476700002 ()37199767 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85159654199 (Scopus ID)
Funder
Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-939404Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-965542Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-967794Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-978075Region Jämtland Härjedalen, JLL-980156Visare Norr, 967799
Available from: 2023-06-08 Created: 2023-06-08 Last updated: 2025-02-20Bibliographically approved
Ekersund, J., Samuelsson, E., Lindholm, L. & Sjöström, M. (2022). A mobile app for the treatment of female mixed and urgency incontinence: a cost-effectiveness analysis in Sweden. International Urogynecology Journal, 33, 1273-1282
Open this publication in new window or tab >>A mobile app for the treatment of female mixed and urgency incontinence: a cost-effectiveness analysis in Sweden
2022 (English)In: International Urogynecology Journal, ISSN 0937-3462, E-ISSN 1433-3023, Vol. 33, p. 1273-1282Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Introduction and hypothesis: A previous randomized controlled trial (RCT) demonstrated that the app Tät II, for self-management of mixed urinary incontinence (MUI) and urgency urinary incontinence (UUI), yielded significant, clinically relevant improvements in symptom severity and quality of life (QoL) compared with a control group. We aimed to assess the cost-effectiveness of Tät II.

Methods: A cost–utility analysis with a 1-year societal perspective was carried out, comparing Tät II with an information app. Data were collected alongside an RCT: 122 community-dwelling women aged ≥18 years with MUI or UUI ≥2 times/week were randomized to 3 months of Tät II treatment focused on pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) and bladder training (BT; n = 60), or to an information app (n = 62). Self-assessed data from validated questionnaires were collected at baseline and at 3-month and 1-year follow-ups. Costs for assessment, treatment delivery, incontinence aids, laundry, and time for PFMT and BT were included. We calculated quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) using the International Consultation on Incontinence Modular Questionnaire Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Quality of Life. The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER) between the groups was our primary outcome. Sensitivity analyses were performed.

Results: The mean age was 58.3 (SD = 9.6) years. Annual overall costs were €738.42 in the treatment group and €605.82 in the control group; annual QALY gains were 0.0152 and 0.0037 respectively. The base case ICER was €11,770.52; ICERs in the sensitivity analyses ranged from €−9,303.78 to €22,307.67.

Conclusions: The app Tät II is a cost-effective treatment method for women with MUI and UUI.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Springer Science+Business Media B.V., 2022
Keywords
e-health, Health economics, Self-management, Urinary incontinence
National Category
Clinical Medicine
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-193222 (URN)10.1007/s00192-022-05137-1 (DOI)000767904500001 ()35278093 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85126139319 (Scopus ID)
Funder
The Kamprad Family Foundation, 20170202
Available from: 2022-03-22 Created: 2022-03-22 Last updated: 2025-02-18Bibliographically approved
Kourie, M., Ängeby, K., Sjöström, M. & Fagerström, N. (2022). ABC om Ikterus hos vuxna: [Jaundice in the adult patient]. Läkartidningen, 119(48-49), 34-38
Open this publication in new window or tab >>ABC om Ikterus hos vuxna: [Jaundice in the adult patient]
2022 (English)In: Läkartidningen, ISSN 0023-7205, E-ISSN 1652-7518, Vol. 119, no 48-49, p. 34-38Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Jaundice is an alarm symptom that should always be treated urgently, regardless of whether the responsible doctor is in primary care or in the emergency room. The differential diagnoses can be significantly delimited (hepatocellular vs. cholestasis) and several clues to the etiology can be determined from a carefully performed anamnesis, clinical examination, and basic laboratory tests. Exclusion of cholestatic etiology is essential due to life-threatening differential diagnoses and complications, but acute medical conditions also occur, such as acute liver failure. Prompt processing at the correct instance can be crucial for the short-term and long-term prognosis of the patient.

Abstract [sv]

Ikterus, även kallat gulsot, är ett allvarligt symtom där korrekt handläggning är av stor betydelse [1]. Denna artikel syftar till att redogöra för några vanliga och viktiga bakomliggande orsaker till ikterus, ge förslag till handläggning och uppföljning samt översiktligt beskriva olika behandlingsalternativ.

National Category
Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-201746 (URN)36465003 (PubMedID)2-s2.0-85143366817 (Scopus ID)
Available from: 2022-12-30 Created: 2022-12-30 Last updated: 2025-02-11Bibliographically approved
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