Extending the EQ-5D: the case for a complementary set of 4 psycho-social dimensions.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The EQ-5D is the most widely applied preference-based health-related quality of life measure. However, concerns have been raised that the existing dimensional structure lacks sufficient components of mental and social aspects of health. This study empirically explored the performance of a coherent set of four psycho-social bolt-ons: Vitality; Sleep; Personal relationships; and Social isolation.

Methods

Cross-sectional surveys were conducted with online panel members from five countries (Australia, Canada, Norway, UK, US) (total N = 4786). Four bolt-ons were described using terms aligned with EQ nomenclature. Latent structures among all nine dimensions are studied using an exploratory factor analysis (EFA). The Shorrocks-Shapely decomposition analyses are conducted

SUBMITTER: Chen G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9486772 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature