Hungarian population norms for the 15D generic preference-accompanied health status measure.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

15D is a generic preference-accompanied health status measure covering a wide range of health areas, including sensory functions. The aim of this study was to establish population norms for the 15D instrument in Hungary.

Methods

2000 members of the Hungarian adult general population participated in an online cross-sectional survey in August 2021. The sample was broadly representative in terms of gender, age groups, highest level of education, geographical region, and settlement type. Index values were derived using the Norwegian 15D value set. In addition to providing population norms, mean index values were computed for 32 physical and 24 mental health condition groups.

Results

Most respondents (78.7%) reported problems in at least one 15D domain. The most

SUBMITTER: Nikl A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10784351 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature