International journal of colorectal disease
Waiting time for surgery and health-related quality of life in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Par de la Croix H, Åberg H, Fledsberg S et 3 autres.
Contenu en anglais
Résumé
Purpose
When surgery is indicated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), timely intervention may reduce the risk of further complications. This study aimed to assess health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in relation to waiting time for IBD surgery.
Methods
This cross-sectional, register-based study assessed HRQoL using the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire. Patients with IBD who had undergone surgery or were awaiting surgery between 2017 and 2023 at Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden, were identified and invited to participate.