The Impact of Sociodemographic Disparities on Health-Related Quality of Life for Adults with Gliomas.

TitleThe Impact of Sociodemographic Disparities on Health-Related Quality of Life for Adults with Gliomas.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2026
AuthorsPerez MA, Riegel DC, Budhu JAmit
JournalCancers (Basel)
Volume18
Issue5
Date Published2026 Feb 24
ISSN2072-6694
Abstract

Health-related quality of life is a multidimensional concept used to describe one's well-being in relation to their disease. Individuals with gliomas, the most commonly occurring malignant primary brain tumor, experience a multitude of symptoms due to their disease and treatments. Using the World Health Organization's health-related quality-of-life model, we review the impact of this disease across each domain of the model. Furthermore, we summarize known sociodemographic disparities that contribute to inequities in health-related quality of life and highlight areas that require further investigation. Finally, we discuss potential areas for innovation to better address current gaps and inequities affecting the health-related quality of life of individuals with gliomas.

DOI10.3390/cancers18050718
Alternate JournalCancers (Basel)
PubMed ID41827653
Grant List1K12CA184746-26 / NH / NIH HHS / United States
1P30CA008748-26 / NH / NIH HHS / United States

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