Continuity of Care and Use of Urgent Healthcare in Multimorbid Patients

Continuity of Care and Use of Urgent Healthcare in Multimorbid Patients

Chronic disease management is a public health problem that faces monitoring difficulties related to complex care pathways. This study will analyze the use of unscheduled or urgent care according to the continuity of care in multimorbid patients

The prevalence of chronic diseases in the population is increasing significantly. It represents a new challenge for doctors and health authorities. However, patients often have at least two chronic diseases. These are referred to as "multimorbid" patients, whose continuity of care has not been well studied to date.

This observational study evaluates the association between the continuity of care in multimorbid patients seen in general practice and their use of urgent healthcare, their quality of life and their burden of treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• over 18 years of age, seen in consultation in the office by an investigating doctor, with a follow-up for more than 12 months in the office, presenting at least two chronic disease , having given their written consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• seen at home
• unable to respond (cognitive problems or language barrier)