ea0045p12 | Diabetes | BSPED2016
Wilson Kate
, Ashford Jennifer
, Olsen Paula
, Slegtenhorst Sonja
, Williams Rachel
, Acerini Carlo L
Disparities in the quality of care for patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) undergoing transition from childrens to adult services are well recognised. Poor planning and ill-defined care pathways promote patient disengagement with many becoming lost to specialist follow-up for years. This study sought to obtain the views of young peoples experiences of transition to identify perceived barriers to an effective and rewarding transition experience. A qualit...