DOZ047.63: Closing the gap: transitioning adolescents with esophageal atresia to adult care

Abstract

Introduction: Evidence supports engaging adolescents and carers in an individualized transition process to improve health outcomes through increased patient knowledge, skills, adherence, quality of life and ultimately, engagement with adult services. Further, a comprehensive transition process promotes confidence in navigating adult health services. While transition for chronic medical cohorts has received considerable attention over decades, there is increasing recognition of the importance of transition for adolescents with surgical conditions.