Cognitive Impairment and Health Preferences in Patients with Cerebral Aneurysms
Author Information
Author(s): King Joseph T Jr, Tsevat Joel, Roberts Mark S
Primary Institution: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Hypothesis
Cognitive impairment affects health preferences in patients with cerebral aneurysms.
Conclusion
Cognitive impairment is associated with lower preferences for current health in patients with cerebral aneurysms.
Supporting Evidence
- Cognitive impairment was found in 7% of the study population.
- Patients with cognitive impairment showed greater variance in health preference responses.
- Lower preferences were significantly associated with cognitive impairment across multiple assessment methods.
Takeaway
Patients with brain aneurysms who have trouble thinking also tend to value their health less than those who don't have these issues.
Methodology
The study measured health preferences using VAS, SG, TTO, and WTP in outpatients with cerebral aneurysms and assessed cognitive impairment with the MMSE.
Potential Biases
Cognitive impairment may lead to biased responses in health preference assessments.
Limitations
The study's sample was limited to patients from a single hospital, and the small number of cognitively impaired patients may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
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Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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