The validity of the SF-12 and SF-6D instruments in people living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya

The validity of the SF-12 and SF-6D instruments in people living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya

Abstract Background Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and health state utility value (HSUV) measurements are vital components of healthcare clinical and economic evaluations. Accurate measurement of HSUV and HRQoL require validated instruments. The 12-item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-12) is on...

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Main Authors: Anik R. Patel, Richard T. Lester, Carlo A. Marra, Mia L. van der Kop, Paul Ritvo, Lidia Engel, Sarah Karanja, Larry D. Lynd
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
Subjects:
Quality of life
Short-form 12
Kiswahili
HIV
Health state utility
SF6D
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12955-017-0708-7

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