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The risk of death for hospitalised liver disease patients is more than twice as high in lower- or lower-middle income countries compared to high-income nations, according to a study that analysed data from 25 countries, including India.
New research is shedding light on global disparities in mortality rates from late-stage liver disease, also called cirrhosis.
The study reveals that the higher risk in lower income countries is largely due to limited access to diagnostic and therapeutic resources.
New research led by a Virginia doctor and VCU professor is shedding light on global disparities in mortality rates from late-stage liver disease.
The inconsistencies in displaying information and other factors such as the scale of interventions and assessment methods have resulted in divergent practices and outcomes, leaving consumers without critical information to make decisions, the WHO report said.