Publications by authors named "Claudia Baum"
Introduction: Understanding the prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) provides information for healthcare planning and helps identify trends and patterns of disease occurrence. For Switzerland, the number of persons with MS (pwMS) was last estimated at approximately 15,000 in 2016. The study's objectives were to update estimates of MS prevalence and characterise the change in MS prevalence in Switzerland between 2016 and 2021, the last year with complete administrative data.
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- The study investigates the expectations and support needs of older individuals with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) in their relationships with neurologists.
- By analyzing survey data from Swiss pwMS participants, the research highlights the importance of healthcare practitioners’ expertise, consultation time, and emotional/ informational support.
- Findings suggest that while pwMS generally feel supported, there are areas for improvement, particularly in providing more information about complementary medicine and enhancing empathy during consultations.