Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Exploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine, cilt.7, sa.2, ss.95-101, 2022 (Scopus)
The prevalence of chronic diseases, which is a worldwide public health problem, is increasing with prolonged
life expectancy worldwide. Cardiovascular diseases (CVD), diabetes, respiratory system diseases, and cancers are
among the most important chronic diseases. Chronic diseases, which affect individuals physically, psychologically,
and sociologically, negatively affect daily self-care activities, treatment costs, length of hospital stay, and quality of
life. Therefore, a multimodal approach is required to protect or regain the health of individuals with bio-psychosocio-cultural and spiritual dimensions. A multimodal approach to chronic diseases deals with risk assessment,
classification, diagnosis, pharmacological treatment, lifestyle changes, management of psychosocial factors, and
surgical intervention with a multidisciplinary approach. It is known that this approach, which expresses patientcentered and holistic care, increases patient satisfaction, reduces health costs and inequalities, and improves
the quality of care and health outcomes by addressing the biological, physiological, social, cultural, and spiritual
needs of patients. In this review, the multimodal approach to CVD, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease is included in line with current guidelines.