Key result
A systematic review of 59 studies found inconsistent effects of social determinants of health on heart failure outcomes due to heterogeneity in data sources and constructs.
Why the study?
Because providers should identify and address social determinants of health (SDoH) in care delivery, the authors evaluated how SDoH have been defined, measured, and evaluated in studies examining heart failure outcomes.
How do social determinants of health influence heart failure outcomes?
Population
59 studies examining heart failure outcomes and social determinants of health
Comparison
Assessment of SDoH variables such as race, ethnicity, age, sex, SES, and health literacy
Design
Systematic review
Authors
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Inconsistent SDoH definitions and measures limit HF care integration; leaves open standardized approaches for future studies.
Systematic Review (n=59)
How do social determinants of health influence heart failure outcomes?
This systematic review highlights the inconsistent effects of SDoH on heart failure outcomes due to heterogeneous data sources and constructs, emphasizing the need for standardized, prospective collection of SDoH variables.
Enard et al. (2023) conducted a systematic review in Heart failure (n=59). Social determinants of health (SDoH) was evaluated on Heart failure outcomes (readmissions, hospitalizations, mortality, survival, success of medical devices and transplantation). A systematic review of 59 studies found inconsistent effects of social determinants of health on heart failure outcomes due to heterogeneity in data sources and constructs.
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