Quantifying the economic burden of productivity loss in rheumatoid arthritis

摘要: Objective. In light of the large number recent studies and systematic reviews investigating cost RA, this article examines methods used to assess impact RA on employment work productivity, provides an overview issues surrounding productivity loss in population. Methods. A review published literature was conducted order identify relevant articles. These articles were then reviewed their methodologies compared. The various calculate economic explained discussed. Results. We found that although lost associated costs varied between studies, all suggest is with significant burden illness. Economic analyses exclude indirect will therefore underestimate full RA. However, have a results analyses, should be selected carefully when designing such studies. Several factors relating disease, job socio-demographics been predict disability. Conclusions. Consideration these vital measuring extent both absenteeism presenteeism, allow for more accurate estimation productivity. This information may also guide interventions aiming prevent or postpone disability loss.