Distinct Longitudinal Trajectories of Symptom Burden Predict Clinical Outcomes in End-Stage Liver Disease
Lissi Hansen,
Michael F. Chang,
Shirin Hiatt
et al.
Abstract:Objectives:
Little has been reported about the clinical relevance and trajectories of symptoms in end-stage liver disease (ESLD). The purpose of this prospective study was to identify trajectories of change in symptom burden over the course of 12 months in adults with ESLD.
Methods:
Patients were recruited from hepatology clinics at two health care systems. Validated measures were used to assess physical and psychological symptoms. Latent growth mixture… Show more
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