Prevalence of dyspnea in general adult populations: A systematic review and meta-analysis

and objectives: Dyspnea is a commonly described symptom in various chronic and acute conditions. Despite its frequency, relatively little is known about the prevalence and assessment of dyspnea in general populations. The aims of this review were: 1) to estimate the prevalence of dyspnea in general adult populations; 2) to identify associated factors; and 3) to identify used methods for dyspnea assessment.

Source: Respiratory Medicine - August 16, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Alexander M üller, Tobias Mraz, Emiel FM. Wouters, Sander MJ. van Kuijk, André FS. Amaral, Robab Breyer-Kohansal, Marie-Kathrin Breyer, Sylvia Hartl, Daisy JA. Janssen Source Type: research