Publications by authors named "L Tizek"
Web search data are associated with disease incidence, population interest, and seasonal variations. This study aimed to investigate seasonal and geographical variations of web search data for sarcoidosis and to explore its association with external factors and sarcoidosis incidence in Sweden. Therefore, sarcoidosis-related data from Google Ads Keyword Planer (2017-2020) were generated for Sweden according to its 21 counties.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHappiness across the borders-A cross-sectional study among patients with psoriasis and atopic dermatitis in Europe.
J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol
August 2024
Background: Dermatological research has traditionally concentrated on evaluating mental comorbidities, neglecting positive concepts like happiness. Initial studies indicate that psoriasis and atopic dermatitis (AD) impair the happiness of those affected. Considering global happiness variations, this study aimed to explore the disease- and country-specific differences in disease-related quality of life and happiness, and potential influential factors on heuristic happiness among psoriasis and AD patients in Europe.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNavigating through the healthcare system with atopic dermatitis: Analysing patient journeys in Germany.
J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol
August 2024
Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD), which can significantly impact quality of life, is a complex, heterogeneous skin disease affecting all ages and therefore can lead to very different patient journeys. Understanding the patient journey within the healthcare system is essential for improving care outcomes.
Objectives: To explore the patient journey of individuals with AD in Germany, with a specific focus on the utilization of Internet resources throughout this process.
Article Synopsis
- Telemedicine, particularly teledermatology, has gained importance in modern healthcare, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on improving access to dermatological care.
- A cross-sectional survey of 1,141 users from July 2022 to March 2023 showed that many participants had not seen a dermatologist recently, with a significant portion (77.6%) preferring teledermatology for future skin concerns due to shorter wait times.
- The findings suggest that while teledermatology offers benefits like increased accessibility, a combination of digital and in-person consultations is crucial for optimal patient care.
Background: There are a variety of possible contraceptives available. While medical advice is an important resource for selecting the individual contraceptive, previous research has shown that the Internet has become an increasingly important source of health care information.
Objectives: This study aims to identify key trends in contraception-related web searches in Germany and thus allows conclusions about preferences and unmet needs with regard to pregnancy prevention.