Norms for the EQ-5D-5L among the general adult population in Alberta, Canada.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To present EQ-5D-5L population norms for the general adult population in Alberta, Canada.

Methods

We analyzed data from 11 population-based surveys conducted in Alberta between 2012 and 2021. By applying appropriate sampling weights, we estimated normative data for the EQ-5D-5L dimensions, index scores, and visual analogue scale (VAS) scores. This analysis was conducted for the overall population as well as for subgroups categorized by age, sex, provincial health zones, and 17 chronic conditions.

Results

The analysis included data from 60,447 respondents (ages 18-99; 51.4% female) across various survey waves, revealing minimal variations in sample characteristics and EQ-5D-5L scores over time. The most frequently reported problems were pain/discomfort (62.2%)

SUBMITTER: Al Sayah F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11802591 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature