Cognitive impairment in systemic lupus erythematosus is negatively related to social role participation and quality of life: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

At least 38% of patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) experience cognitive impairment (CI). Patients report CI impacts their health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and social role participation.

Objectives

To synthesize and critically appraise the quantitative literature on the relationship of CI to HRQoL and social role participation in individuals with SLE.

Methods

Six electronic databases were searched in December 2018 and June 2020 by an information specialist. Two reviewers independently completed all screening phases and data extraction; a third reviewer resolved disagreements. The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool was used to critically appraise the quality of included studies. Data has been synthesized and analyzed descriptively to present e

SUBMITTER: Mendelsohn S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8489690 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature