Quality of life in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A systematic review

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a highly prevalent medical condition, which may lead to severe complications including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Its chronic course and its association with obesity and diabetes mellitus augment the long-term impact of NAFLD on patients' health and quality of life (QoL) and put great strain on healthcare systems worldwide. Research is growingly focusing on NAFLD patients' QoL in an attempt to describe the full spectrum of disease burden and tackle its future consequences.
Source: Journal of Psychosomatic Research - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Review article Source Type: research