Health-related quality of life in COVID-19 patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of EQ-5D studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

COVID-19 has affected millions globally, with a significant proportion experiencing long-COVID and impaired health-related quality of life (HRQoL). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to synthesize the existing literature on HRQoL in COVID-19 patients.

Methods

We conducted a systematic search of PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library for studies published between December 2019 and March 2025. Eligible studies were peer-reviewed and assessed HRQoL in COVID-19 patients using the EQ-5D instrument. Study quality and risk of bias were evaluated using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. Pooled health utility values were estimated using a random-effects model, and heterogeneity was assessed via I² statistics. Predictors of poor HRQ

SUBMITTER: Gidey K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12506383 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature