From Rich to Poor: A Decomposition Analysis of Socioeconomic Inequality in Health-related Quality of Life in Iran.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Socioeconomic status (SES) is a well-established predictor of health outcomes across an individual's lifespan. People from lower socioeconomic backgrounds generally have shorter life expectancies and lower levels of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) compared with those from higher-income groups. This study aimed to quantify income-related inequalities in HRQoL among adults in Iran.

Methods

A total of 3518 adults aged 18 years and older were selected using a convenience sampling method across 9 provinces in Iran. HRQoL was assessed with the EuroQoL 5-Dimension 5-Level (EQ-5D-5L) instrument, which evaluates 5 dimensions: mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. The concentration index (CI) approach was used to measure inco

SUBMITTER: Rezaei S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12530997 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature