Publications by authors named "Karl Fredrik Westermann"
Background: The ability to find, understand, appraise and utilise health information is crucial among individuals living with rare disorders. The aim of this study was to give a comprehensive overview of the literature on health literacy in adult persons with rare disorders.
Methods: We applied a scoping review methodology and performed a systematic search in 2021 in bibliographic databases.
Objectives: To summarize recent evidence on the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of videoconference (VC) group-based patient and caregiver education.
Methods: Systematic searches of the literature were conducted. Data was extracted on the characteristics of the studies and interventions and on the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of the interventions.
Objectives: To provide a comprehensive overview of health economic evaluations of patient education interventions for people living with chronic illness.
Methods: Relevant literature published between 2000 and 2016 has been comprehensively reviewed, with attention paid to variations in study, intervention, and patient characteristics.
Results: Of the 4693 titles identified, 56 articles met the inclusion criteria and were included in this scoping review.
Objective: To give a comprehensive overview of benefits and challenges from participating in group based patient education programs that are carried out by health care professionals and lay participants, aimed at promoting self-management for people living with chronic illness.
Methods: We searched 8 literature databases. Full text articles meeting the inclusion criteria were retrieved and reviewed.