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The EQ-5D is a generic instrument for describing, measuring and valuing HRQoL. Its descriptive system is based on 5 dimensions of health (mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort and anxiety/depression), each with 3 levels of severity. This simple design reflected a variety of desires, including the creation of a preference-based health index, the ability to create a common data set across countries, and use as a self-completed postal survey questionnaire.
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Fox-Rushby, J., Selai, C. (2003). What concepts does the EQ-5D measure? Intentions and interpretations. In: Brooks, R., Rabin, R., de Charro, F. (eds) The Measurement and Valuation of Health Status Using EQ-5D: A European Perspective. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-0233-1_10
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