Barriers and facilitators to self-management of chronic conditions reported by women: a systematic review of qualitative studies

Health

Objectives This systematic review aims to identify, appraise and synthesise the findings of published qualitative research exploring the barriers and facilitators to self-management of chronic conditions reported by women. Design A systematic literature review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies. Data sources A search of MEDLINE, CINAHL, Embase and PsycInfo was undertaken using the search terms ‘Women’, ‘Woman’ ‘Female,’ ‘Chronic’, ‘Long-term’, ‘Disease’, ‘Illness’, ‘Condition’ ‘Health,’ ‘Self-management,’ ‘Qualitative,’ ‘Barrier’ and ‘Facilitator’. A hand search for literature was also performed. Eligibility criteria Studies published before 2005 and those not in English were excluded. Data extraction and synthesis Extracted data were analysed thematically and emerging and recurring themes identified.

BMJ     Nov 12, 2024