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ea0027p9 | (1) | BSPED2011

A survey of patient/carer opinions and preferences on choice of GH injection device

Fisher Benjamin G , Gorman Samantha , Reyes Karis , Sparrow Susan , Acerini Carlo L

Introduction: Approximately 3200 children and young people in the UK receive GH therapy. Currently 12 different GH injection devices are available, with NHS guidance (NICE-TA188) recommending that patients/carers should have a choice of product. Whilst there is evidence that offering such choice may improve treatment adherence, little is known about its importance to patients/carers, nor whether device preferences should be reviewed after a period of treatment.<p class="ab...