Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature
Joint Authors
Dowsett, Laura E.
Coward, Stephanie
Lorenzetti, Diane L.
MacKean, Gail
Clement, Fiona
Source
Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Issue
Vol. 2017, Issue 2017 (31 Dec. 2017), pp.1-11, 11 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2017-04-26
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
11
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Background and Aims.
The lived experience of HCV has not been well documented in the literature.
The aim of this systematic review was to understand the experiences of living with Hepatitis C Virus (HCV).
Methods.
Five databases were searched from inception until January 19, 2015.
Studies were included if they focused on adults diagnosed with HCV; reported experience living with HCV; and described original research.
Results.
46 studies were included.
Studies found that participants had reduced quality of life due to physical symptoms.
Due to physical symptoms and discrimination, many participants switched to part-time work or quit their jobs.
Many individuals reported negative experiences with the healthcare system; themes of feeling unsupported, not having adequate information, and not feeling involved in decisions were reported.
Stigma significantly impacted those living with HCV.
Conclusions.
Published literature indicates that those with HCV often feel stigmatized and unsupported in their care, relationships, and work environments, while simultaneously coping with physical and psychological symptoms.
This synthesis points to areas where greater education, compassion, and patient-centered healthcare could improve the experience of people living with HCV.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Dowsett, Laura E.& Coward, Stephanie& Lorenzetti, Diane L.& MacKean, Gail& Clement, Fiona. 2017. Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature. Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology،Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1141388
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Dowsett, Laura E.…[et al.]. Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature. Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology No. 2017 (2017), pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1141388
American Medical Association (AMA)
Dowsett, Laura E.& Coward, Stephanie& Lorenzetti, Diane L.& MacKean, Gail& Clement, Fiona. Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature. Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. 2017. Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1141388
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1141388