The Effect of Self-Management on Patients with Chronic Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chronic diseases significantly impact global morbidity and mortality, affecting millions. Self-management interventions are crucial for improving patient health outcomes. This study explores the effects of self-management interventions on the quality of life (QOL), self-efficacy, depression, and anxiety of patients with chronic diseases.

Methods

Relevant studies were searched from PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science. Two reviewers independently screened the literature, evaluated the risk of bias assessment, and extracted characteristics and outcomes among patients with chronic diseases. For each included study, we calculated the standardized mean difference (SMD) and 95% confidence interval (CI) of the main outcomes. When deemed feasible, the heterogeneity of the s

SUBMITTER: Huang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11544912 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature