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 Many reports on coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) have highlighted age-
and sex-related differences in health outcomes. More information is needed about racial and …

Health systems rely on commercial prediction algorithms to identify and help patients with
complex health needs. We show that a widely used algorithm, typical of this industry-wide …

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

Multimorbidity is typically defined as the co-existence of two or more chronic diseases within
an individual. Its prevalence is highest among the elderly, with poor quality of life (QoL) …

Context Invasive bladder cancer is a frequently occurring disease with a high mortality rate
despite optimal treatment. The European Association of Urology (EAU) Muscle-invasive and …

Background & aims Polymorbidity (also known as multimorbidity)–defined as the co-
occurrence of at least two chronic health conditions–is highly prevalent, particularly in the …

Comorbidities in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) has become an area of increasing
interest in the recent years. A comorbidity is defined as any additional disease that coexists …

Background Although the definition of multimorbidity as “the simultaneous presence of two
or more chronic diseases” is well established, its operationalization is not yet agreed. This …