Understanding Older Adulthood in Adults with Sickle Cell Disease
Author Information
Author(s): Linton Elizabeth, Gallo Joseph, Schrack Jennifer, Pecker Lydia, Lanzkron Sophie
Primary Institution: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Hypothesis
How do adults with sickle cell disease define older adulthood?
Conclusion
The study identifies key themes that adults with sickle cell disease use to define older adulthood and suggests areas for future research.
Supporting Evidence
- Five thematic categories defining older adulthood emerged from the study.
- Proposed research includes studying SCD sequelae and age-related comorbidities.
Takeaway
This study looks at how people with sickle cell disease think about getting older and what is important for their health as they age.
Methodology
Mixed-methods study with interviews analyzed using an interpretive categorical-content approach.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 18 and older with sickle cell disease, selected for representation across age, sex, genotype, and frailty.
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