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Alshammari F, Ansari M, Khan KU, Neupane D, Hussain A, Anwar S, Alshammari B, Alrasheeday A, Jamshed S, Sapkota B, Rasheed A. Health-related quality of life among people with diabetes: A cross-sectional study in Hail region, Saudi Arabia . PLoS One 2024; 19:e0299995. [PMID: 38713663 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0299995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/09/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Diabetes Mellitus is a serious and expanding health problem, together with the issues of health- related quality of life (HRQoL). This further puts pressure on the government to allocate more funds for public healthcare. OBJECTIVES This study was devised to evaluate the health-related quality of life of people living with diabetes in Hail region of Saudi Arabia. METHODS This cross-sectional research was carried out at eight locations in the Hail region of Saudi Arabia between 21st March-20th May 2022 using the adapted version of the Euro QoL-5 dimension (EQ-5D-3L) questionnaire. A multistage random sample approach was used to choose the diabetes clinics, and data collectors approached the participants in the waiting areas to collect the information. The data were analyzed using logistic regression analysis, Mann-Whitney test, and Kruskal-Wallis tests in IBM SPSS statistics 21.0. RESULTS The mean HRQoL score was 0.71±0.21 with a visual analog score of 68.4±16.2. Despite having much higher levels of quality of life in terms of self-care (85.8%), regular activity (73.8%) and anxiety (71.8%), nearly one half of the people reported moderate pain or discomfort, and more than one third reported having moderate mobility issues. In general, the quality of life for women was poorer than for men. Individuals with diabetes who were unmarried, young, educated, financially secure, and taking only oral medication had much improved HRQoL. The Euro QoL of people with diabetes patients were significantly influenced by gender, marital status, age, education, employment and treatment modality (p-values < 0.05), whereas only treatment modality had a significant impact on the patients' visual analogue measures (p-values < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The HRQoL of people with diabetes in Hail region was moderate in general, with pain and mobility issues being particularly prevalent. Gender, marital status, age, education, employment and type of medication therapy are significant predictors of HRQoL of patients with diabetes. Hence, planning and programs to enhance the HRQoL of people with diabetes, especially women is recommended.
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- Farhan Alshammari
- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of International Health, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, United States of America
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical Surgical Nursing Department, College of Nursing, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Nursing Administration Department, College of Nursing, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, International Medical University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Jeffrey Sachs Center (JSC) on Sustainable Development, Sunway University, Selangor, Malaysia
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- School of Public Health, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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Hwang Y, Oh J. Relationship between depression, anxiety, stress, and health-related quality of life in adults with and without chronic diseases: A cross-sectional study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e36967. [PMID: 38215093 PMCID: PMC10783309 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000036967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2024] Open
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Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with chronic diseases is an important tool to measure patient-reported health outcomes and evaluate the usefulness of treatment, management, and rehabilitation programs. Patients with chronic diseases are more likely than those without to experience psychological problems such as depression, anxiety, and stress, all of which can affect HRQoL. This study evaluated the impact of psychological problems such as depression, anxiety, and stress on HRQoL in people with and without chronic diseases in South Korea. The study's descriptive survey included 501 participants (191 with and 310 without chronic diseases). Data were collected using structured questionnaires between April and May 2021. The general characteristics, DASS-21, and HRQOL of this study were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Differences in DASS-21 and HRQoL based on general characteristics were analyzed using t tests and ANOVA. The study analyzed the factors influencing the participants' HRQoL using stepwise multiple regression analysis with SPSS Win 27.0. HRQoL was generally lower for patients with chronic diseases than for patients without. In patients with chronic diseases, the major variables affecting HRQoL were depression (β = -0.244, t = -3.582, P < .001), exercise (β = 0.201, t = 2.927, P = .004), and economic status (β = -0.150, t = -2.184, P = .030), of which depression was the most influential. These variables explained 12.5% of the variance in the regression model for total HRQoL. These results emphasize the need to explore intervention measures that can reduce depression in patients with chronic diseases and anxiety in patients without chronic diseases to improve their HRQoL. In addition, national efforts are needed to provide economic support, as economic status is an influential factor in HRQoL regardless of the presence of chronic disease. The study's limitations include the fact that neither did it consider disease severity among chronically ill patients nor did it examine all the variables affecting HRQoL.
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- Younghui Hwang
- Department of Nursing Science, College of Medicine, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Korea
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- Department of Nursing, College of Nursing and Health, Kongju National University, Kongju, South Korea
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Jackson IL, Isah A, Arikpo AO. Assessing health-related quality of life of people with diabetes in Nigeria using the EQ-5D-5L: a cross-sectional study. Sci Rep 2023; 13:22536. [PMID: 38110447 PMCID: PMC10728144 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-49322-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023] Open
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Assessing the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of people with diabetes is important to evaluate treatment effectiveness and identify interventions that would be beneficial to the patients. This descriptive cross-sectional study aimed to assess the HRQoL of people with diabetes visiting 15 community pharmacies in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, and to identify its determinants. The English (Nigeria) version of the EQ-5D-5L was administered to 420 eligible patients between August and September 2021. Data were analyzed with SPSS (IBM version 25.0) and presented descriptively; differences in HRQoL scores were examined using inferential statistics. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Most participants (56.8%) were female; 193 (49.6%) were between the ages of 30 and 49. The median (interquartile range, IQR) for the EQ VAS and EQ-5D-5L index scores, respectively, were 80.0 (65.0-85.0) and 0.77 (0.62-0.90). Most participants reported problems with usual activities (52.7%), pain/discomfort (60.2%), and anxiety/depression (57.6%). The EQ VAS score and EQ-5D-5L utility index were significantly (p < 0.05) associated with respondents' age, marital status, work status, and personal monthly income. The HRQoL of participants was relatively high. Nevertheless, implementing strategies aimed at pain management and providing psychological support for people with diabetes in Nigeria may improve their HRQoL.
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- Idongesit Linus Jackson
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Uyo, Uyo, 520271, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Management, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 410001, Enugu State, Nigeria
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Uyo, Uyo, 520271, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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Du Y, Yang L, An Y, Song Y, Lu Y. Health-related quality of life and associated factors in elderly individuals with dyslipidemia in rural Northern China. Qual Life Res 2023; 32:3547-3555. [PMID: 37495839 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-023-03489-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of the study was to investigate health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and its associated factors among elderly individuals with dyslipidemia in rural Northern China. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted on 457 elderly individuals. The EQ-5D-5L questionnaire was used to assess HRQOL. Sociodemographic, anthropometric, lifestyle and health information was collected using a structured and standardized questionnaire. The Tobit regression model and multiple linear regression analysis were used to assess factors associated with HRQOL parameters including utility index and visual analogue score (EQ-VAS). RESULTS The mean age of the participating individuals was 68.04 ± 5.98 years. The median utility index and EQ-VAS scores were 0.942 (P25-P75: 0.876-1.000) and 80 (P25-P75: 70-90), respectively. Pain/discomfort was the most frequently reported complaint among the five health dimensions (50.5%). Illiterate and primary education levels, unemployed, widowed, smoking, secondhand smoke exposure, with hypertension or DM, chronic disease core knowledge scores < 8, and daily sedentary time ≥ 6 h were associated with lower HRQOL. CONCLUSION Pain/discomfort dimension was the most affected problems. Education, occupation, marital status, smoking, secondhand smoke exposure, chronic disease core knowledge, comorbidities, and daily sedentary time were significantly associated with HRQOL in the present study.
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- Yage Du
- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, 100191, China
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- Linyi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Linyi, 276000, Shandong, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Beijing, 100020, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, 100191, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing, 100191, China.
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Kargarshuroki M, Sadeghian HA, Fatehi F, Martini M, Rahmanian M, Tafti AD. The effect of diabetes training through social networks on metabolic control of individuals with type 2 diabetes; a randomized controlled trial. JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE AND HYGIENE 2023; 64:E499-E506. [PMID: 38379751 PMCID: PMC10876035 DOI: 10.15167/2421-4248/jpmh2023.64.4.3158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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Background Due to spread of smart phones, opportunity to train patients with diabetes and communicate with them using social media is rising. Aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of training through two popular social networks in Iran ("Telegram" and "Soroush") and the metabolic control of people with Type 2 diabetes. Methods In this randomized controlled trial, we recruited 134 patients with type 2 diabetes, which randomly allocated into two groups: the intervention and the control group on a 1:1 basis. The studied tools included demographic information and awareness of diabetes and international physical activity questionnaires. The intervention comprised a training package that delivered to the intervention group via social media for 45 days. The primary outcome measures included awareness of diabetes management and physical activity level while secondary outcome measures were HbA1c and lipid profile. Results Social network training led to the increase of the patients' awareness (44.31 ± 2.78 to 46.88 ± 2.25 in intervention group vs 44.14 ± 3.85 to 44.41 ± 3.87 in control group) and physical activities level (23.64 ± 8.46 to 31.68 ± 7.12 in intervention group vs 26.20 ± 9.39 to 30.20 ± 8.11 in control group) (p-value < 0.001). Besides, LDL and HDL levels, and HbA1c (8.19 ± 2.10 to 8.05 ± 1.96 in intervention group vs. 7.53 ± 1.67 to 7.45 ± 1.34 in control group) decreased significantly (p-value < 0.05). Conclusions Changes in lifestyle and challenges of the patients' attendance in diabetes training sessions, declared that use of social networks can be useful to train diabetes patients remotely, and it is feasible to send training messages to help them improve their diabetes care.
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- Mohammad Kargarshuroki
- Department of Health Education and Promotion, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Health Education and Promotion, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Centre for Online Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Endocrinologist, Diabetes Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Seo K. The Mediating Role of Acceptance Action and Self-Care in Diabetes Self-Stigma's Impact on Type 2 Diabetes Quality of Life: A Cross-Sectional Study. Behav Sci (Basel) 2023; 13:993. [PMID: 38131849 PMCID: PMC10740683 DOI: 10.3390/bs13120993] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Recently, the quality of life of individuals with diabetes has been reduced, owing to self-stigma that occurs in the process of managing the disease. This process can be improved by accepting diabetes. This study aimed to verify the dual mediating effect of acceptance action and diabetes self-care on the effect of diabetes self-stigma on the quality of life of individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Korea. In this study, 300 of 400 data collected to develop and evaluate health equilibrium tools for individuals with T2DM were randomly selected and analyzed. Data were collected from 1 September 2020 to 31 September 2020 using a structured online questionnaire. For data analysis, descriptive statistics and Pearson's correlation analysis were performed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 24.0. Additionally, the dual mediation effect was analyzed using PROCESS Macro for SPSS, version 4.1. Acceptance action (B = -0.088, 95% confidence interval [CI], -0.127 to -0.054) and diabetes self-care (B = 0.046, 95% CI, 0.022-0.072) had a mediating effect on the relationship between diabetes self-stigma and quality of life in patients with T2DM in Korea. In particular, these two variables had dual mediating effects (B = 0.017, 95% CI, 0.015-0.019). This study confirmed that diabetes self-care and quality of life can be increased by improving acceptance behavior to overcome the negative impact of self-stigma on the quality of life of patients with T2DM. Establishing a strategy to increase acceptance action as part of an intervention to reduce the negative impact of self-stigma on the quality of life of patients with T2DM is necessary.
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- Kawoun Seo
- Department of Nursing, Joongbu University, Chungnam 32713, Republic of Korea
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Roohi TF, Faizan S, Parray ZA, Baig MDAI, Mehdi S, Kinattingal N, Krishna KL. Beyond Glucose: The Dual Assault of Oxidative and ER Stress in Diabetic Disorders. High Blood Press Cardiovasc Prev 2023; 30:513-531. [PMID: 38041772 DOI: 10.1007/s40292-023-00611-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023] Open
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Diabetes mellitus, a prevalent global health concern, is characterized by hyperglycemia. However, recent research reveals a more intricate landscape where oxidative stress and endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress orchestrate a dual assault, profoundly impacting diabetic disorders. This review elucidates the interplay between these two stress pathways and their collective consequences on diabetes. Oxidative stress emanates from mitochondria, where reactive oxygen species (ROS) production spirals out of control, leading to cellular damage. We explore ROS-mediated signaling pathways, which trigger β-cell dysfunction, insulin resistance, and endothelial dysfunction the quintessential features of diabetes. Simultaneously, ER stress unravels, unveiling how protein folding disturbances activate the unfolded protein response (UPR). We dissect the UPR's dual role, oscillating between cellular adaptation and apoptosis, significantly influencing pancreatic β-cells and peripheral insulin-sensitive tissues. Crucially, this review exposes the synergy between oxidative and ER stress pathways. ROS-induced UPR activation and ER stress-induced oxidative stress create a detrimental feedback loop, exacerbating diabetic complications. Moreover, we spotlight promising therapeutic strategies that target both stress pathways. Antioxidants, molecular chaperones, and novel pharmacological agents offer potential avenues for diabetes management. As the global diabetes burden escalates, comprehending the dual assault of oxidative and ER stress is paramount. This review not only unveils the intricate molecular mechanisms governing diabetic pathophysiology but also advocates a holistic therapeutic approach. By addressing both stress pathways concurrently, we may forge innovative solutions for diabetic disorders, ultimately alleviating the burden of this pervasive health issue.
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- Tamsheel Fatima Roohi
- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore, Karnataka, 570015, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore, Karnataka, 570015, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, Hauz Khas Campus, New Delhi, 110016, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore, Karnataka, 570015, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore, Karnataka, 570015, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore, Karnataka, 570015, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore, Karnataka, 570015, India.
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Hsieh HM, Lin CH, Weng SF, Lin PC, Liu TL, Huang CJ. Health-related quality of life, medical resource use and physical function in patients with diabetes mellitus and depression: A cross-sectional analysis from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. J Affect Disord 2023; 327:93-100. [PMID: 36754091 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2023.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2022] [Revised: 01/31/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Patients with either diabetes (DM) or depression (DP) are prone to developing other diseases and require more medical resources than do the general population. This study aimed to examine health-related quality of life, medical resource use, and physical function of patients with both diabetes mellitus and depression, and the magnitude of effects among patients with different combinations of comorbid diseases. METHODS A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data from 2009 to 2014. Total 16,159 patients were studied and classified into one of 4 groups: both DM and DP(DM+/DP+), DM+/without DP(DP-), without DM (DM-)/DP+, and DM-/DP-, according to the perceived score in Patient Health Questionnaire and diabetes questionnaire in NHANES. Health-related quality of life (HRQoL), medical resource use, and physical function were measured as outcomes of interests. Multivariate logistic regression models were used. RESULTS Compared with DM-/DP- patients, the DM+/DP+ (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]: 2.59; 95 % CI: 1.77-3.80) and DM-/DP+ (AOR: 2.44; 95 % CI: 1.94-3.06) had greater likely to have worse health. In addition, the DM+/DP+ (AOR: 5.40; 95 % CI: 1.30-22.41) and DM+/DP- (AOR: 2.49; 95 % CI: 1.91-3.25) were more likely to have medical visits, and worse physical function. CONCLUSIONS This study found that both depression and diabetes mellitus worsen HRQoL, increase medical resource use, and decrease physical function. Depression status should be considered by clinicians treating diabetes mellitus patients in order to improve their HRQoL, reduce medical resource use, and improve physical function.
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- Hui-Min Hsieh
- Department of Public Health, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Medical Research, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Community Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Center for Big Data Research, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Research Center for Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Kaohsiung Municipal Kai-Syuan Psychiatric Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine, College of Medicine, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics, College of Health Sciences, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Kaohsiung Municipal Ta-Tung Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine and Graduate Institute of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Psychiatry, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Taiwan; Department of Psychiatry, School of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
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A national survey of Iranian general population to estimate a value set for the EQ-5D-5L. Qual Life Res 2023:10.1007/s11136-023-03378-1. [PMID: 36897530 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-023-03378-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The main aim of this study is to estimate a national value set of the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire for Iran. METHODS The composite time trade-off (cTTO) and discrete choice experiment (DCE) methods; and the protocol for EuroQol Portable Valuation Technology (EQ-PVT) were used to estimate the Iran national value set. 1179 face-to-face computer-assisted interviews were conducted with adults that were recruited from five Iran major cities in 2021. Generalized least squares, Tobit, heteroskedastic, logit, and hybrid models were used to analyze the data and to identify the best fitting model. RESULTS According to the logical consistency of the parameters, significance levels and prediction accuracy indices of the MAE; a heteroscedastic censored Tobit hybrid model combining cTTO and DCE responses was considered as the best fitting model to estimate the final value set. The predicted values ranged from - 1.19 for the worst health state (55555) to 1 for full health (11111), with 53.6% of the predicted values being negative. Mobility was the most influential dimension on health state preference values. CONCLUSIONS The present study estimated a national EQ-5D-5L value set for Iranian policy makers and researchers. The value set enables the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire to use to calculate QALYs to assist the priority setting and efficient allocation of limited healthcare resources.
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Tavassolmand SS, Montazeri A, Madadizadeh F, Dehghan HR, Ranjbar M, Ameri H. Translation and validation of the Persian version of diabetic foot ulcer scaleshort form (DFS-SF). Int Wound J 2023; 20:822-830. [PMID: 36787274 PMCID: PMC9927893 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2022] [Revised: 08/01/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Foot ulcer in diabetic patients could often result in significantly impaired quality of life. This study aimed to translate and validate the DFS-SF in Iran. The DFS-SF was translated into Persian, and then its validity and reliability were tested in 262 patients with DFUs. Content validity was evaluated using content validity ratio (CVR) and content validity index (CVI), and criterion validity was assessed through Spearman's correlation between dimensions of the DFS-SF and the EQ-5D-5L. Construct validity was measured using exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and convergent-discriminant validity was examined by calculating the average variance extracted (AVE) and composite reliability (CR). Cronbach's alpha and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) were calculated to evaluate the reliability of the measure. CVR ≥0.66 and CVI = 0.81 were calculated. Spearman's correlation ranged from 0.23 to 0.78 across all dimensions. The results of EFA showed that all six dimensions of the DFS-SF had an eigenvalue more than 1; accounting for 68.88% of the total variance. CFA confirmed the DFS-SF as a six-dimension structure with good fit indices of χ2/df = 2.15 < 5, RMSEA = 0.06 < 0.08, CFI = 0.91 ≥ 0.90, TLI = 0.90 ≥ 0.90, and RMR = 0.04, as well as with adequate fit indices of GFI = 0.84 ≤ 0.90, NFI = 0.86 ≤ 0.90. Estimates of ≥0.50 for AVE were not observed in two of the six dimensions and CR ≥0.70 was obtained for all dimensions. The reliability was calculated with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.89 and ICC >0.69 for all dimensions. Our findings confirmed the validity and reliability of the Persian DFS-SF; therefore, it can be used to assess QoL in patients with DFSs in clinical and research settings in Iran.
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- Population Health Research Group, Health Metrics Research CenterIranian Institute for Health Sciences ResearchTehranIran
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- Center for Healthcare Data Modeling, Departments of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Public HealthShahid Sadoughi University of Medical SciencesYazdIran
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- Department of Health Technology AssessmentShahid Sadoughi University of Medical SciencesYazdIran
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- Health Policy and Management Research Center, Department of health management and Economics, School of Public HealthShahid Sadoughi University of Medical SciencesYazdIran
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- Health Policy and Management Research Center, Department of health management and Economics, School of Public HealthShahid Sadoughi University of Medical SciencesYazdIran
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Sendekie AK, Dagnew EM, Tefera BB, Belachew EA. Health-related quality of life and its determinants among patients with diabetes mellitus: a multicentre cross-sectional study in Northwest Ethiopia. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e068518. [PMID: 36697040 PMCID: PMC9884918 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-068518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study assessed the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and its determinants in patients with diabetes. DESIGN AND SETTING An institutional-based multicentre prospective cross-sectional study design was conducted in diabetes follow-up clinics of selected hospitals in Northwest Ethiopia from April to July 2022. PARTICIPANTS All eligible adult patients with diabetes at the selected facilities. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES HRQoL was measured using EuroQol 5-dimensions 5-levels (EQ-5D-5L) and the EuroQol-Visual Analogue Scales (EQ-VAS) instruments. A lower EQ-5D-5L utility mean score for each dimension and/or an overall lower utility score of EQ-5D-5L and EQ-VAS scores are intended to show poor HRQoL. Linear regression analysis was used to identify the association of HRQoL and other variables. RESULTS Out of the 422 samples approached, 402 (95.3%) participated in the study. Most of the participants (>85%) reported having moderate-to-severe problems in all five EQ dimensions. The overall EQ-5D-5L utility and EQ-VAS scores were 0.56 (±0.11) and 56.7 (±10.1), respectively. A higher body mass index (BMI) (p < 0.001), a higher number of medications (p = 0.037), a high level of blood glucose (p < 0.001), the presence of comorbidities and/or complications (p = 0.031), hypoglycaemia (p = 0.043) and taking insulin (p < 0.001) were associated with worsened HRQoL, whereas practicing self-monitoring of blood glucose (p = 0.002) and taking aspirin (p = 0.008) had a significant association with increased HRQoL. CONCLUSION This study concluded that the HRQoL of patients was compromised in all five measuring dimensions. The EQ-5D-5L utility and EQ-VAS scores were far lower than other findings. Clinical and medication-related variables, such as a higher BMI, a higher number of medications, the presence of comorbidities and/or complications, hypoglycaemia and insulin use were associated with poor HRQoL in patients with diabetes. As a result, interventions should be individualised and focused on determinant factors.
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- Ashenafi Kibret Sendekie
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Health Science, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Science, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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Shirvani Shiri M, Karami H, Ameri H, Akbari Sari A, Tatari M, Emamgholipour S, Afshari S. The influencing factors of health-related quality of life of the general population of Iran during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1049642. [PMID: 36873889 PMCID: PMC9978381 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1049642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2023] Open
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COVID-19 is a global challenge that negatively affects the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of the general population. The current study aimed to evaluate HRQoL and its associated factors among the Iranian general population during the COVID-19 pandemic. The data were collected in 2021 using the EuroQol 5-Dimension 3-Level (EQ-5D-3L) and EQ-5D Visual Analog Scale (EQ VAS) questionnaires through an online survey. Participants were recruited via social media from the Fars province. The multiple binary logistic regression model was used to identify factors influencing participants' HRQoL. Kolmogorov-Smirnov, the t-test, ANOVA, and the chi-square test were used. All tests were conducted at a significance level of 5% using Stata 14.2 and SPSS 16. A total of 1,198 participants were involved in this cross-sectional study. The mean age of participants was 33.3 (SD:10.2), and more than half were women (55.6%). The mean EQ-5D-3L index value and EQ-VAS of the respondents were 0.80 and 77.53, respectively. The maximum scores of the EQ-5D-3L and EQ-VAS in the present study were 1 and 100, respectively. The most frequently reported problems were anxiety/depression (A/D) (53.7%), followed by pain/discomfort (P/D) (44.2%). Logistic regression models showed that the odds of reporting problems on the A/D dimension increased significantly with supplementary insurance, including concern about getting COVID-19, hypertension, and asthma, by 35% (OR = 1.35; P = 0.03), 2% (OR = 1.02; P = 0.02), 83% (OR = 1.83; P = 0.02), and 6.52 times (OR = 6.52; P = 0.01), respectively. The odds of having problems on the A/D dimension were significantly lower among male respondents, those in the housewives + students category, and employed individuals by 54% (OR = 0.46; P = 0.04), 38% (OR = 0.62; P = 0.02) and 41% (OR = 0.59; P = 0.03), respectively. Moreover, the odds of reporting a problem on the P/D dimension decreased significantly in those belonging in a lower age group and with people who were not worried about getting COVID-19 by 71% (OR = 0.29; P = 0.03) and 65% (OR = 0.35; P = 0.01), respectively. The findings of this study could be helpful for policy-making and economic evaluations. A significant percentage of participants (53.7%) experienced psychological problems during the pandemic. Therefore, effective interventions to improve the quality of life of these vulnerable groups in society are essential.
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- Maryam Shirvani Shiri
- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Health Management and Economics, Health Policy and Management Research Center, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Vice Chancellery of Health, Torbat Heydariyeh University of Medical Sciences, Torbat-e Heydariyeh, Iran
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- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Teli M, Thato R, Rias YA. Predicting Factors of Health-Related Quality of Life Among Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review. SAGE Open Nurs 2023; 9:23779608231185921. [PMID: 37448972 PMCID: PMC10336768 DOI: 10.1177/23779608231185921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Introduction One of the most important outcomes of diabetes care and treatment is an improvement in patients' health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Objective This study aimed to review the empirical evidence regarding the predictors of HRQoL among adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods To find all English-language articles published between 2012 and 2022, a comprehensive literature search was conducted using ProQuest, Scopus, PubMed, Science Direct, and CORE. Cross-sectional studies were the focus of this analysis. Search terms included "type 2 diabetes" OR "T2DM" AND "health-related quality of life" OR "HRQoL" AND ("predicting factors" OR "influencing factors" OR "associated factors"). The original search yielded a total of 1,089 studies, from which 35 met the review's inclusion criteria. The systematic review protocol was registered with PROSPERO CRD42023431229. Results The final analysis comprised 24,346 people with type 2 diabetes and used data from 35 cross-sectional studies conducted during the preceding decade. Socio-demographic factors (age, marital status, gender, monthly income, education, area of residence, and religiosity), patient-centered factors (diabetes knowledge and self-efficacy), disease characteristics (comorbidities, duration of diabetes, and insulin treatment), self-management behaviors (physical activity, medication adherence, and frequent glucose checks), and family support were found to be predictors of HRQoL. Conclusion A diabetes program to enhance the HRQoL among people with T2DM is highly encouraged to address these factors, which can be focused on promoting self-management behaviors, diabetes distress management, and encourage family support.
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- Margareta Teli
- Faculty of Nursing, Chulalongkorn University Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
- Nursing School, Polytechnic of Ministry of Health-Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
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- Faculty of Nursing, Chulalongkorn University Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Faculty of Nursing, Chulalongkorn University Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
- Institut Ilmu Kesehatan Bhakti Wiyata Kediri, Kediri, Jawa Timur, Indonesia
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Gutama F, Barliana MI, Puspitasari IM. Factors associated with health-related quality of life in patients with coronary heart disease. PHARMACIA 2022. [DOI: 10.3897/pharmacia.69.e87279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Coronary heart disease (CHD) contributes to decreased health-related quality of life (HRQOL). This review article investigates the factors that can affect the HRQOL in CHD patients. A literature search from PubMed and EBSCO databases was performed until March 2021 with predetermined keywords. The review of 15 included articles showed that many factors that can affect the HRQOL by using EQ-5D instrument in CHD patients, such as education, gender, comorbidity, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)/coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) intervention, patient-physician interaction, obesity, physical activity, numbers of medication, smoking, self-efficacy, social/family life, alcohol drinking, income, employment, and behavioral risk factor profile. The top three factors associated with HRQOL in CHD patients were education, gender, and comorbidity. Therefore, we should pay more attention to CHD patients with lower education levels, females, and comorbidity.
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Gebremariam GT, Biratu S, Alemayehu M, Welie AG, Beyene K, Sander B, Gebretekle GB. Health-related quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at a tertiary care hospital in Ethiopia. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0264199. [PMID: 35180266 PMCID: PMC8856533 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0264199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 02/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and its treatment impact patients’ physical health as well as emotional and social wellbeing. This study aimed to assess health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and associated factors among patients with T2DM at a tertiary care hospital in Ethiopia. Methods A face-to-face cross-sectional survey was conducted among patients with T2DM at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We collected data using a validated Amharic version of the 5-level EuroQoL-5 dimensions (EQ-5D-5L) questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used to present patient characteristics. Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney U tests were performed to explore differences in the median scores of EQ-5D-5L utility and visual analog scale (EQ-VAS). Multivariable Tobit regression models were used to identify predictors of HRQoL. Utility scores were calculated using disutility weights of the Ethiopian general population. Statistical significance was determined at p < 0.05. Results A total of 360 patients with T2DM participated. Mean (SD) age was 64.43(10.61) years. Reported health problems were mostly in the pain/discomfort (67.3%) dimension followed by mobility (60.5%), whereas the usual activities domain (34.1%) was the least health problem being reported. The median (IQR) EQ-5D-5L utility and EQ-VAS scores were 0.95 (0.88–0.96) and 80 (75.0–85.0), respectively. In multivariable Tobit regression models older age, having poor glycemic control, longer duration of diabetes, insulin usage, obesity, and having diabetes-related complications were significant negative predictors of HRQoL. Conclusions Overall, patients with T2DM had lower HRQoL than the general population, which was attributed to being older age, longer duration of diabetes, insulin use, obesity, inadequate glycemic control, and diabetes-related complications. The utility index we generated can be used in future economic evaluations to inform decisions about alternative interventions and resource allocation.
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- Girma Tekle Gebremariam
- School of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- School of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- School of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- School of Pharmacy, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Institute of Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto Health Economics and Technology Assessment (THETA) Collaborative, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- ICES, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Public Health Ontario, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Institute of Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto Health Economics and Technology Assessment (THETA) Collaborative, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Centre for Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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Afshari S, Ameri H, Baharinya S, Arab-Zozani M, Mojahedian MM. Assessment of the properties of the EQ-5D-5L in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Expert Rev Pharmacoecon Outcomes Res 2022; 22:351-364. [DOI: 10.1080/14737167.2022.2011216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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- Somayeh Afshari
- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Health Policy and Management Research Center, Department of Health Services Management, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Health Policy and Management Research Center, Department of Health Services Management, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacoeconomics and Pharmaceutical Administration, Faculty of Pharmacy, Iran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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Namjoo S, Mirzaei M, Foroughan M, Ghaedamini Harouni G. Psychometric properties of the Short Form-8 Health Survey (SF-8) among diabetes and non-diabetes Iranian older people. Health Promot Perspect 2021; 11:337-343. [PMID: 34660229 PMCID: PMC8501484 DOI: 10.34172/hpp.2021.43] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2021] [Accepted: 06/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background: The current study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the 8-item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-8). For this purpose, we examined a large sample of the older adult in two different groups with and without diabetes using the YazdHealth Study (YaHS) data. Methods: Using a two-stage cluster random sampling method, 1901 older adults were recruited, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) STEPwise approach to surveillance(STEPS) guidelines. To test the scale’s reliability, the internal consistency and test-retest methods were applied. The convergent validity of the entire questionnaire was evaluated by the average variance extracted (AVE) and composite reliability (CR) for each subscale. An independent samples t-test was used to assess the demographic differences between the study groups. Results: The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient for the subscales of SF-8 were measured to range between 0.85 and 0.79 (physical & mental health). The test-retest reliability coefficient of the physical component summary (PCS) and (0.97) and mental component summary (MCS) (0.98)indicated the appropriate reliability of the SF-8. The CFA-concerned results indicated that the the2‐factor model presented a good fit to the data for the explored diabetes and non-diabetes groups, as well as the total research participants [goodness of fit index (GFI)=0.99, comparative fit index (CFI)=0.992, normed fit index (NFI)=0.99, incremental fit index (IFI)=0.992, root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA)=0.056]. Values >0.5 and >0.7 for AVE and CR indicated the evidence of the convergent validity of the SF-8. Conclusion: The present study was the first attempt to confirm the traditional 2-factor structure of SF-8 among a large sample of Iranian older individuals. The obtained results suggested that the Persian version of the SF-8 is a reliable and valid tool for measuring health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among Iranian older adults (including the older adult with & without diabetes).
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- Shamsedin Namjoo
- Department of Aging, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Yazd Cardiovascular Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Iranian Research Center on Aging, Department of Aging, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Evaluation of Quality of Life in the Elderly with Diabetes and Its Related Factors. PREVENTIVE CARE IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.52547/pcnm.11.3.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Zare F, Ameri H, Madadizadeh F, Aghaei MR. Validity and reliability of the EQ-5D-3L (a generic preference-based instrument used for calculating quality-adjusted life -years) for patients with type 2 diabetes in Iran. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2021; 15:319-324. [PMID: 33486224 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2021.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 01/06/2021] [Accepted: 01/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS The psychometric properties of the EQ-5D-3L (a generic preference-based instrument used for calculating quality-adjusted Life -years) have not been known for any type of disease in Iran. This study aimed to assess its validity and reliability in patients with type 2 diabetes. METHODS Data of 579 patients were collected from the Diabetes Research Center and Clinics in Yazd using EQ-5D-3L, SF-36, and DQoL instruments. The ceiling effects were computed for the EQ-5D-3L index and EQ VAS. The construct validity was assessed by using convergent validity, discriminant validity, and known-groups validity. Reliability was assessed using Cohen's kappa value, Cronbach's alpha, and intra-class correlation coefficient. RESULTS The ceiling effects of EQ-5D-3L and EQ VAS were 20.18% and 15.33%, respectively. The highest degree of correlation was found between the pain/discomfort of EQ-5D and the BP scale of the SF-36 (0.55). Higher scores of all scales of the DQoL were associated with patients reporting no problems in each EQ-5D dimension. The mean of EQ-5D-3L index and EQ VAS scores were significantly higher in the male, married, and employed patients, and they did not have retinopathy, nephropathy, IHD, hypertension, DFU. The range of kappa values was from 0.39 to 0.71, and value of ICC for the EQ-5D-3L index and EQ VAS was 0.76 and 0.64, respectively. Cronbach's alpha was 0.87 for EQ-5D-3L and 0.74 for EQ VAS. CONCLUSIONS Our findings demonstrated good construct validity and moderate to good levels of reliability of the EQ-5D-3L for using in the patients with diabetes, and it can be used in research or clinical practice in Iran and other regions of the Middle East.
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- Forouzan Zare
- Department of Health Technology Assessment, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Health Policy and Management Research Center, Department of Health Services Management, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran.
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- Research Center of Prevention and Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Disease, Departments of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Yazd Diabetic Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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