The Art of Transitioning Pediatric Patients with Rheumatic Diseases to Adult Rheumatologists

The process of transitioning adolescents or young adults with rheumatic diseases from pediatric to adult Rheumatology clinics is an art. Its success requires bilateral special handling and coordinated cooperation. According to Greek legislation, transition is implied at the challenging age of 18 yea...

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Main Authors: Florence Kanakoudi-Tsakalidou, Polyxeni Pratsidou-Gertsi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PCO Convin S.A. 2016-01-01
Series:Mediterranean Journal of Rheumatology
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Online Access:https://www.mjrheum.org/assets/files/792/file40_556.pdf