Conditions or healthcare challenges for which existing treatments or interventions fall short in addressing patients’ needs, often leaving gaps in effective care.
The difference between the medical needs of a population and the current state of available treatments. Bridging this gap involves developing novel and effective solutions.
A situation where there is a lack of viable treatment options for a specific medical condition, creating an urgent need for new and innovative therapies.
The active support and promotion of patients’ rights and needs, often playing a crucial role in raising awareness about unmet medical needs.
A program that allows patients with serious or life-threatening conditions to access investigational drugs or therapies before they are approved, addressing unmet needs in critical situations.
The use of a medication for a purpose other than its approved indication, sometimes employed when no approved treatment exists for a specific condition.
Data collected from everyday patient experiences outside of clinical trials, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of treatments for unmet medical needs.
A systematic assessment of the difference between current healthcare practices and the ideal state needed to meet the medical needs of a population.
Differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare services among different populations, often contributing to unmet medical needs in specific demographic groups.
Cooperation among researchers, healthcare professionals, and pharmaceutical companies to pool resources and expertise in addressing unmet medical needs.