Key result
Multidisciplinary cardiovascular program protocol examines patient perceptions and needs in MASH.
Why the study?
What are the perceptions, attitudes, needs, and knowledge of patients with MASH participating in a multidisciplinary MASH-Cardiovascular programme?
What are the perceptions, attitudes, needs, and knowledge of patients with MASH participating in a multidisciplinary MASH-Cardiovascular programme?
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This qualitative study protocol aims to explore patient perspectives on a multidisciplinary MASH-Cardiovascular programme to inform improvements in care implementation and patient engagement.
In Spain, the management of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) through lifestyle changes faces challenges due to poor patient adherence, partly explained by a lack of knowledge and insufficient support from healthcare professionals. Multidisciplinary approaches involving hepatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, nursing, psychology, dietetics, and nutrition have shown effectiveness. In our center, a one-year multidisciplinary structured programme provides a personalized care for MASH and associated cardiovascular risk management. Incorporating the perceptions of the patients into lifestyle interventions may enhance treatment outcomes. The aim of this study is to explore the perceptions, attitudes, needs, and knowledge of the patients with MASH participating in the multidisciplinary MASH-Cardiovascular programme (MASH-CVP) at our hospital. This qualitative study will use semi-structured interviews at two time points: baseline and after completion (12 months) of the MASH-CVP. Interviews will be recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using thematic content analysis. The sample size will be determined by saturation analysis. A pilot study will ensure the interview guide clarity and relevance. The study will provide insights into the perceptions, expectations, attitudes, needs, and knowledge of the patients participating in the MASH-CVP at HSCSP. The findings are expected to inform improvements in the implementation of multidisciplinary care interventions, as well as enhance communication and engagement between healthcare professionals and patients. Future research should focus on exploring barriers and facilitators of implementing these tailored interventions in broader settings, while also incorporating the voices and perceptions of the patients to improve effective communication and engagement with MASH treatment.
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Antentas-Peraile et al. (2026) studied Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). MASH-Cardiovascular programme (MASH-CVP) was evaluated on Perceptions, attitudes, needs, and knowledge of patients. This is a qualitative study protocol designed to explore the perceptions, attitudes, needs, and knowledge of patients with MASH participating in a 12-month multidisciplinary cardiovascular program.
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