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Is the EQ–5D fit for purpose in mental health?

Year: 2010

Type: editorial

Abstract: The EQ-5D is a widely used questionnaire for calculating quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) for assessing cost-effectiveness in healthcare. It reflects the impact of common mental health conditions such as mild to moderate depression but seems to be more problematic for use in people with psychotic and severe and complex non-psychotic disorders.

Source: The British Journal of Psychiatry

DOI: 10.1192/bjp.bp.110.082453

Author: John Brazier

Institution: University of Sheffield

Language: English

Topic: Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life

Subfield: Economics and Econometrics

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: National Institute for Health and Care Research