European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) and European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) joint clinical practice guidance for healthcare transition from paediatric to adult endocrine care

Eur J EndocrinolPublished Clinical practice guidance

Methodological detailssystematic literature review, expert consensus, focus groups
  • Systematic literature review
  • Expert consensus
  • Focus groups

Recommendations

As issued by the authors

  1. Recommendations across 11 domains: structure of transition service, patient empowerment, patient-professional relationship, multidisciplinary team organization, healthcare provider education, timing and planning, care coordination, management of non-attendance, psychological support, parents/caregivers role, and readiness tools; each rated "recommend" (strong) or "suggest" (conditional) based on expert consensus and available evidence

  2. Emphasis on structured programs, care coordination, and patient-centred approaches to optimize transition outcomes

Original publication

European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) and European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) joint clinical practice guidance for healthcare transition from paediatric to adult endocrine care. Eur J Endocrinol. Published 19 February 2026. doi:10.1093/ejendo/lvag020

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