Methods for measuring personal costs associated with vision impairment

被引:10
作者
Chou, Shiao-Lan
Lamoureux, Ecosse
Keeffe, Jill
机构
[1] Univ Melbourne, Dept Ophthalmol, Ctr Eye Res Australia, Melbourne, Vic 8002, Australia
[2] Vis CRC, Sydney, NSW, Australia
基金
英国医学研究理事会;
关键词
diaries; health economics; healthcare costs; visual impairment; vision-related expenditure; assessment methodology;
D O I
10.1080/09286580600966623
中图分类号
R77 [眼科学];
学科分类号
100212 ;
摘要
Purpose: To describe and evaluate the procedures used to collect personal costs associated with vision impairment using diaries. Methods: Participants with impaired vision (VA < 6/12 or >= 6/12 with restricted visual fields) were recruited. Twelve-monthly diaries, provided in large print and electronic format ( with audio and Braille instruction manuals and personal assistance), were used to record vision-related expenditures grouped under four categories. Two questionnaires were used to collect additional information and to test the validity of the self-reported costs. Results: Of 227 people who consented to participate, 66% ( n = 150; 91 females; mean age = 64.8 years) completed >= 3 monthly diaries. Of the 150 eligible participants, 68% completed the diaries over 12 months, indicating a relatively high completion rate. The median total cost was AUD$ 2,417 per annum and median values for the four expenditure categories ranged between AUD$ 206 and AUD$ 872 per annum. The data were consistent across different months with no significant difference found between any monthly comparison (t-test; p > Bonferroni-adjusted value). Data at 1, 3, and 6 months, extrapolated to annual figures, showed no significant difference from annual total costs, indicating consistency in the data collection periods. A significant association was found between diary data and similar entries in the follow-up questionnaire, confirming the validity of the recorded expenditures ( Spearman; p< 0.01). Participants commented that the diary method was useful to obtain personal costs. Conclusion: A high response rate was achieved by using diaries and additional assistance methods. The diary provided an accurate and reliable strategy to determine the major personal costs associated with vision impairment.
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页数:9
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