The present critical review was conducted to evaluate the clinimetric properties of the
Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI), an assessment tool designed specifically to predict long …

Multimorbidity (two or more coexisting conditions in an individual) is a growing global
challenge with substantial effects on individuals, carers and society. Multimorbidity occurs a …

Background A systematic understanding of how multimorbidity has been constructed and
measured is unavailable. This review aimed to examine the definition and measurement of …

Background: With ageing world populations, multimorbidity (presence of two or more chronic
diseases in the same individual) becomes a major concern in public health. Although …

Objective To develop international consensus on the definition and measurement of
multimorbidity in research. Design Delphi consensus study. Setting International consensus; …

Multimorbidity (multiple conditions) and polypharmacy (multiple medications) are
increasingly common, yet there is a need to better understand the prevalence of co …

Background Multimorbidity, the coexistence of multiple health conditions, is a growing public
health challenge. Research and intervention development are hampered by the lack of …

Objective To review literature and provide a pooled effect for the association between
multimorbidity and mortality in older adults. Methods A systematic review was performed of …

Effective and resource-efficient long-term management of multimorbidity is one of the
greatest health-related challenges facing patients, health professionals, and society more …

Introduction Multimorbidity is a major concern in primary care. Nevertheless, evidence of
prevalence and patterns of multimorbidity, and their determinants, are scarce. The aim of this …