Improving quality of care in rheumatoid arthritis and associated comorbidities

Abstract

This report presents examples of good practice interventions that aim to improve the quality of life for patients with RA and associated comorbidities in Europe. The KPMG team interviewed rheumatologists and other healthcare professionals in a number of centres involved in RA patient care. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary steering committee, comprised of rheumatologists, comorbidity specialists, a rheumatology nurse and a patient representative, features of good practice were identified across the patient pathway and documented in the report. It outlines practices that promote early diagnosis and support the effective management of RA and associated comorbidities to improve outcomes for patients.