Objective People with chronic liver disease, particularly those with decompensated cirrhosis,
experience several potentially debilitating complications that can have a significant impact …

Background Many patients with cirrhosis follow complex medication and dietary regimens,
and those with decompensated cirrhosis suffer debilitating complications. These factors …

Patients with cirrhosis have significant physical, psychological, and practical needs. We
documented patients' perceived need for support with these issues and the differences with …

Background & Aims People with cirrhosis have unmet needs, which could benefit from a
palliative care approach. Developing effective services needs to be based on evidence from …

Background We report the development and psychometric testing of a Supportive Needs
Assessment tool for Cirrhosis (SNAC). Methods The 50-item SNAC was administered to …

Background & Aims In an attempt to uncover unmet patient needs, this review aims to
synthesise quantitative and qualitative studies on patients' quality of life and their experience …

Background: Liver disease represents the third commonest cause of death in adults of
working age and is associated with an extensive illness burden towards the end of life …

Background There has been a dramatic increase in liver disease over recent decades, with
morbidity and mortality rates predicted to rise significantly. In order to effectively support this …

Caregivers for patients with cirrhosis face immense physical and psychological strain that
negatively impact quality of life and ability to care for oneself. The aim is to explore the …

Background Liver disease is the third most common cause of premature death in the UK.
The symptoms of terminal liver disease are often difficult to treat, but very few patients see a …