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Comorbidities complicate multiple sclerosis management by exacerbating symptoms and influencing clinical decision-making
This qualitative pilot study found that comorbidities significantly complicate MS management, as reported by both individuals with MS and healthcare professionals. Participants emphasized the need for enhanced coordination between providers and more comprehensive, interdisciplinary care models.
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Evidence Score32/100
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Study Evidence
Study 1. Bridging perspectives on comorbidities in multiple sclerosis: A pilot study with individuals with lived experience and healthcare professionals.
observationalKarim ME, Sage O, Thandi M, Frank HA, Marrie RA, Tremlett H, McKay K, Cox S, Lix L, Zhu F, Yusuf F · Multiple sclerosis and related disorders (2026)
Participants: N/A
Duration: Interviews conducted February 26 to March 15, 2024
Intervention: Qualitative semi-structured interviews exploring the impact of comorbidities on MS management
Outcome: Themes related to MS progression, treatment decisions, daily experiences, and need for integrated care
Effect Size: N/A
Population: 5 individuals living with MS and 5 healthcare professionals with experience treating MS
Result:
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Comorbidities are present in individuals with MS
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Comorbidities exacerbate MS symptoms
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Comorbidities influence clinical decision-making
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Result: Increased complexity in MS management
Limitations
- ⚠Small sample size (n=10 total)
- ⚠Qualitative design limits generalizability
- ⚠No quantitative effect sizes reported
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References
- 1.Karim ME, Sage O, Thandi M, Frank HA, Marrie RA, Tremlett H, McKay K, Cox S, Lix L, Zhu F, Yusuf F. "Bridging perspectives on comorbidities in multiple sclerosis: A pilot study with individuals with lived experience and healthcare professionals.." Multiple sclerosis and related disorders, 2026. PMID: 41830893 DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2026.107127
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