How to implement transition (Box 3)
Transition needs to be implemented as a joint approach from paediatric
and adult services. The process is simpler where the allergy service
caters for all age groups but a separate AYA transition clinic is still
helpful to facilitate a smooth transition care process which addresses
the age and developmental specific needs for AYA, that has been shown to
be successful in different diseases92-95. As most HCP
have received only minimal specific training on how to manage this age
group, this is likely to require additional staff training in delivering
developmentally appropriate healthcare (Table 6). Information technology
may be helpful in implementing additional support for this AYA
group96. Some of the likely barriers and strategies
facilitated to delivering a transition service for AYA are detailed in
Table 7. The task force is now working on practical tools for assisting
healthcare professionals to implement transition for allergy and asthma.