Barriers and Facilitators to Practitioner Identification and Treatment of Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A Systematic Search and Narrative Synthesis.
Hannah Harvey, Judith Dyson, Sereena Raju et al.
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In 30 seconds
This systematic review examined barriers and facilitators affecting healthcare professionals' identification and management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) across 61 studies from 28 countries. The review found that barriers were reported more frequently than facilitators, with key barriers including limited time and gaps in knowledge. The findings highlight the need for coordinated interventions to improve COPD care.
Key findings
- Barriers to COPD care were reported more frequently than facilitators.
- Key barriers included limited time, restricted access to resources, and gaps in knowledge.
- Facilitators included access to training and supportive organisational structures.
- Barriers were often interdependent, indicating a need for coordinated approaches.
Why it matters
Understanding the barriers and facilitators in COPD management is crucial for healthcare professionals to enhance identification and treatment strategies, ultimately improving patient outcomes in a condition that is often underdiagnosed and undertreated.