The Rare Bleeding Disorders Network

Slovenia : Pilot rare disease registry

In 2019, research focusing on a pilot rare disease registry in Slovenia pointed out the need, for the implementation of the national rare diseases policy and the coordination of stakeholders’ efforts. There are 150 000 RD patients in Slovenia out of a total of 2 million people. 24 experts participated in data collection through focus group discussions. The focused groups were the main data collection regarding discussions about needed actions for developing a rare disease registry in Slovenia. The way to conceptualise a rare disease ecosystem in the country was part of the mentioned discussions as well.

Research findings highlighted the need to develop a rare disease plan and the establishment of rare disease ecosystem require a broad approach and a series of systemic changes and considerations in the area. Organisational, technological factors, and their integration in the public health goals are  key elements as well for the development of RD national policy in the country.