William Hernando Jiménez Mariño , Angélica María Sanabria Jiménez , María del Rosario Ariza de la Hoz , Oscar Alfredo Beltrán Galvis , María del Rosario Ariza de la Hoz , María Cristina Torres Caro , Diana Carolina Salinas Gómez , Martín Garzón Jiménez , Geovanny Hernández Cely , Adriana Varón Puerta
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This work aims to describe the program’s implementation, and the progress achieved in patient knowledge, treatment adherence, and continuity of care at home.</div></div><div><h3>Materials and Methods</h3><div>A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted to describe the educational process delivered to patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and their caregivers. Patients are initially assessed to determine their level of disease knowledge and classified into basic, intermediate, or advanced levels. Based on this, they receive a personalized education plan with printed materials and guided sessions. Progress is evaluated quarterly during follow-up visits to reinforce or adjust the intervention.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Since its implementation, the program has provided education to 106 patients. 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FROM PATIENT TO EXPERT: EDUCATION FOR SELF-MANAGEMENT OF HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA IN A CLINICAL EXCELLENCE PROGRAM
Introduction and Objectives
Education for patients and caregivers is essential to improve understanding of hepatocellular carcinoma, support self-management, and promote informed decisions. At Fundación Cardioinfantil, a structured educational program was implemented as part of the Clinical Excellence Program. This work aims to describe the program’s implementation, and the progress achieved in patient knowledge, treatment adherence, and continuity of care at home.
Materials and Methods
A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted to describe the educational process delivered to patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and their caregivers. Patients are initially assessed to determine their level of disease knowledge and classified into basic, intermediate, or advanced levels. Based on this, they receive a personalized education plan with printed materials and guided sessions. Progress is evaluated quarterly during follow-up visits to reinforce or adjust the intervention.
Results
Since its implementation, the program has provided education to 106 patients. Currently, 68% have progressed to intermediate or advanced levels, while 32% remain at the basic level, either because they are in the early stages of the program or awaiting the start of treatment. Among the 40 active patients, 28 have reached an advanced educational level, reflected in greater disease understanding, recognition of warning signs, and improved adherence reported during clinical follow-up.
Conclusions
Educational strategy implemented within the Hepatocellular Carcinoma Clinical Excellence Program has proven effective in empowering patients through a structured and personalized approach. The educational progress underscores the value of integrating education into clinical care, allowing patients to actively and confidently participate in managing their condition. This experience represents a replicable model that could be adapted to other chronic disease care initiatives, particularly in high-complexity healthcare settings across Latin America.
期刊介绍:
Annals of Hepatology publishes original research on the biology and diseases of the liver in both humans and experimental models. Contributions may be submitted as regular articles. The journal also publishes concise reviews of both basic and clinical topics.