Understanding the Care Journey and Unmet Needs of Children with Mild-to-Moderate Atopic Dermatitis and Their Caregivers: Results from a Multi-Country Qualitative Study – European Medical Journal Therapy Area Allergy & Immunology Renau, Marsiñach, and Madero are employees of A Piece of Pie and have received research funding from Viatris to conduct this study. Pai and Mantegazza are employees of Viatris. 14 [Suppl 1] :2 – 15. https://doi.org/10.33590/emjdermatol/CT5UD8P2. Keywords: Atopic dermatitis (AD), care journey, qualitative study, quality of life, unmet needs. Each article is made available under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial 4.0 License. Abstract Objectives: To understand the experiences of patients with mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis (AD) and their caregivers, the impact on everyday life, and identify unmet needs throughout the care journey. Methods: This was a qualitative study including 120 patients aged ≥3 months–17 years with mild-to-moderate AD and their caregivers, conducted across China, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Portugal. Participants were recruited from both public and private healthcare settings. Data were collected through 75-minute remote, semi-structured interviews and three 5-minute video diaries. Data were coded and analysed using an inductive and deductive thematic approach. Results: AD significantly impacted patients and caregivers across three key areas: lifestyle adjustments, emotional well-being, and future concerns. Reported challenges included activity limitations, food restrictions, and disruptions to caregiver work–life balance. Emotional impacts…
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