Economic burden and quality of life of patients with dementia in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

China has the largest number of dementia patients worldwide. The prolonged course of dementia has a serious negative impact on the economy and quality of life of patients and their families.

Objective

The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of the existing literature about economic burden and quality of life of people with dementia in China.

Methods

Six databases were systematically searched for observational studies of the economic burden or quality of life of dementia that were published before June 30, 2024. This review was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses guidelines.

Results

A total of 36,411 papers were identified, and 21 studies met the inclusion

SUBMITTER: Xing B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11437821 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature