Comparison of EQ-5D-5L, VAS, and SF-6D in Thai Patients on Peritoneal Dialysis

ConclusionsAmong the SF-6D, EQ-5D-5L, and VAS, only the EQ-5D-5L could distinguish the utility scores between different age groups. Nevertheless, the EQ-5D-5L presented the ceiling effect, whereas there was no evidence of the ceiling effect for the SF-6D. The SF-6D presented better correlation with the kidney disease–specific dimensions than did the EQ-5D-5L and VAS. Thus, the advantages and disadvantages of each utility tool should be considered.
Source: Value in Health Regional Issues - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research