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In Italy, organizational heterogeneity and the absence of standardized care pathways hinder uniform management. The RF-2019-12369647 project was launched to develop a national strategy for integrated and multidisciplinary care.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A nationwide mapping of clinical centers dedicated to FM was conducted through online reconnaissance and validation by Regional Health Departments. A structured survey was administered to 131 identified centers to collect data on organizational models, clinical workload, and care practices. In addition, a systematic literature review of diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines was performed, and a digital repository was developed to support information sharing.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 131 centers were mapped, and 56 completed the survey (42.7% response rate). Centers managed an average of 485 patients annually, supported by multidisciplinary teams dominated by rheumatologists (91%). Despite territorial coverage, only 16% of centers were part of regional networks, and 21% reported not using any formal care protocol. Critical issues included lack of standardized pathways, insufficient training, and limited multidisciplinary integration. A cloud-based repository and web portal were developed to facilitate knowledge dissemination.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The findings highlight wide regional disparities, fragmented care models, and insufficient adoption of guidelines for FM management in Italy. 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