Research Article: The Relationship Between Psychosocial Behavior and the Quality of Life of Male Gout Patients in Southwest China: A Cross-Sectional Study Based on an Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model
Introduction:
Gout is a metabolic rheumatic disease caused by the deposition of urate crystals in the joints, tendons and other tissues due to continuously increasing serum uric acid levels. Worldwide, the prevalence of gout ranges from <% to .% and is increasing annually. Since , the age-standardized disability-adjusted life years (DALY) rate, prevalence and incidence of gout have gradually increased in China. The DALY of gout in men was higher than that in women. The global male prevalence and incidence of gout increased…
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