The Quality of Life in Illegal Drug Users Treated for Hepatitis C in the REMEDIS Health Care Institution
2010
Abstract
Undoubtedly, the quality of life is a topical issue and one that is addressed from a range of perspectives. Nevertheless, this phenomenon has only received marginal attention in the Czech Republic as far as addictology is concerned, although thorough research into the quality of life definitely has its relevance for this field of study.
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a common dual diagnosis among injecting users of illegal substances. It is apparent that the quality of life should be a significant element in evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment of HCV or in designing new schemes for it.
Therefore, it is essential to examine the quality of life of drug users in treatment for hepatitis C.