Impact of Functional Constipation on Health-Related Quality of Life in Preschool Children and Their Families in Xi’an, China

Abstract

FC had a significant impact on HRQOL of affected children and their caregivers, as well as their family functions. Social characteristics of children and caregivers, duration and symptoms of FC and family economic status significantly affected HRQOL of children and caregivers, as well as family functions of children with FC.