Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature
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 inclu...
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| description | 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. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-67d6d77958de496988d1c694a35869fb2025-02-03T06:07:12ZengWileyCanadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology2291-27892291-27972017-01-01201710.1155/2017/32686503268650Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative LiteratureLaura E. Dowsett0Stephanie Coward1Diane L. Lorenzetti2Gail MacKean3Fiona Clement4The Department Community Health Sciences, Teaching, Research and Wellness Building, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, CanadaThe Department Community Health Sciences, Teaching, Research and Wellness Building, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, CanadaThe Department Community Health Sciences, Teaching, Research and Wellness Building, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, CanadaThe Department Community Health Sciences, Teaching, Research and Wellness Building, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, CanadaThe Department Community Health Sciences, Teaching, Research and Wellness Building, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, CanadaBackground 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.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/3268650 |
| spellingShingle | Laura E. Dowsett Stephanie Coward Diane L. Lorenzetti Gail MacKean Fiona Clement Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology |
| title | Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature |
| title_full | Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature |
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| title_short | Living with Hepatitis C Virus: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Qualitative Literature |
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