Systematic Review: Impact of Social Determinants of Health on the Management and Prognosis of Gallstone Disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Due to its prevalence, gallstone disease is a major public health issue. It affects diverse patient populations across various socioeconomic levels. Socioeconomic and geographic deprivation may impact both morbidity and mortality associated with digestive diseases, such as biliary tract disease.

Aim

The aim of this systematic review was to review the available data on the impact of socioeconomic determinants and geographic factors on gallstone disease and its complications.

Methods

This systematic review was conducted following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. The MEDLINE and Web of Science databases were searched by two investigators to retrieve studies about the impact of income, insurance status, hospital sta

SUBMITTER: Dupont B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9629913 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature