Prevalence and predictors of depression and anxiety in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Hongli Fan,
Zhoutong Han,
Xinru Gong
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundChronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a persistent inflammation of the sinuses. As a result of long-term discomfort, patients may experience symptoms of common mental disorders such as anxiety and depression. This may affect the quality of life and disease progression. However, there is still uncertainty about the extent of the problem.ObjectiveThis meta-analysis aimed to determine the prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms in patients with CRS.Search strategyWe searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Scien… Show more
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