Testing culturally relevant EQ-5D-5L bolt-ons for the Chinese general population: first quantitative phase of a mixed methods study

Key Points

• Culturally relevant EQ-5D-5L bolt-ons showed improved health outcomes in the Chinese population, highlighting the importance of local context.
• Participants reported significant variations in health assessment based on cultural factors, indicating the need for tailored measures.
• Assessment involved a quantitative phase utilizing surveys to understand the effectiveness of the EQ-5D-5L bolt-ons.
• Findings suggest that incorporating cultural elements can enhance the effectiveness of health outcome measures, calling for broader applications.