Key result
Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome had a major impact on quality of life for nearly all 60 surveyed patients, who on average cycled through 5 physicians before receiving a diagnosis.
Population
60 patients from the US diagnosed with Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS)
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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FCS patients report major multi-domain impairments in daily life and employment; leaves open prospective quantification and therapy impact on burden.
Cross-Sectional (n=60)
Familial chylomicronemia syndrome imposes a significant burden on patients' quality of life, daily activities, and employment, often following a lengthy diagnostic journey.
Davidson et al. (2017) conducted a cross-sectional in Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (n=60). Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome was evaluated on Burden of illness and quality of life. Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome had a major impact on quality of life for nearly all 60 surveyed patients, who on average cycled through 5 physicians before receiving a diagnosis.
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