The Liver Meeting 2020-2020 Patient Debrief Topline Clinical Research

2020 Patient Debrief Topline Clinical Research – What this Means for Patients

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Sue Wong, a general internist with an interest in liver disease, presented the first patient debrief at the liver meeting, emphasizing the importance of patient engagement. The conference included curated programming for patients and advocates, providing access to the latest research on viral hepatitis. Sue discussed various topics, including COVID-19 and liver disease, viral hepatitis B and C, NAFLD and NASH, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver transplant. Studies on predictors of COVID-19 outcomes in patients with chronic liver disease, telehealth visits for hepatology patients, and treatments for hepatitis B and C were highlighted. Additionally, research on lean NAFLD, dietary risks for liver-related mortality, late-stage liver cancer hotspots, and the impact of Medicaid expansion on liver transplant disparities were discussed. The importance of patient-centered care and addressing unmet supportive care needs in cirrhosis patients was emphasized throughout the presentation. Finally, Sue concluded by advocating for health equity and addressing disparities in liver-related care.

Keywords

Sue Wong

Liver Meeting

Patient Engagement

Viral Hepatitis

COVID-19

NAFLD

Liver Transplant