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This study aims to explore the prevalence of multimorbidity in primary care and its impact on the continuity of care provided to patients.

Epidemiology and impact of multimorbidity in primary care: a retrospective cohort study

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Retrospective cohort study examines multimorbidity effects on continuity of care in primary care settings, indicating potential care gaps.

This study aims to explore the prevalence of multimorbidity in primary care and its impact on the continuity of care provided to patients.
Conducted a retrospective cohort study analyzing patient consultations in primary care
Evaluated the relationship between multimorbidity and continuity of care
Population includes individuals with multiple health conditions visiting primary care
Patients with multimorbidity have reduced continuity of care.
Patients with multimorbidity might benefit more from continuous care despite receiving less of it.

Salisbury et al. (2011) studied this question.

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Retrospective cohort study examines multimorbidity effects on continuity of care in primary care settings, indicating potential care gaps.