Prioritising transitional care in digestive health: a UEG roadmap (Hospital Healthcare Europe)

United European Gastroenterology’s (UEG) report, Enhancing Transitional Care in Digestive Health, highlights the need for early, structured support as young patients transition from pediatric to adult care. Key recommendations include starting transition planning by age 12, improving coordination between care providers, offering personalized emotional support, and ensuring treatment continuity between pediatric and adult guidelines. UEG calls for a coordinated effort to empower patients for lifelong health management.