101
|
Mendonça RB, Solé D, DunnGalvin A, Len CA, Sarni ROS. Evaluation of the measurement properties of the Brazilian version of two quality‐of‐life questionnaires in food allergy – for children and their parents. JORNAL DE PEDIATRIA (VERSÃO EM PORTUGUÊS) 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedp.2019.04.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
|
102
|
Mendonça RB, Solé D, DunnGalvin A, Len CA, Sarni ROS. Evaluation of the measurement properties of the Brazilian version of two quality-of-life questionnaires in food allergy - for children and their parents. J Pediatr (Rio J) 2020; 96:600-606. [PMID: 31176692 PMCID: PMC9432227 DOI: 10.1016/j.jped.2019.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2018] [Revised: 04/17/2019] [Accepted: 04/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of health-related quality-of-life questionnaires of children with food allergy and their parents. METHODS The translation and cultural adaptation processes were previously performed, according to the method proposed by the World Health Organization. After this stage, the questionnaires were applied to 201 parents of children under 6 years of age with food allergy. The assessment of the psychometric properties included: evaluation of the internal consistency by Cronbach's alpha coefficient; of the reproducibility by the intraclass correlation coefficient between test and retest; and of the construct, using Spearman's correlation coefficient, comparing the obtained scores with those of generic questionnaires that evaluate health-related quality of life. RESULTS The means of the obtained scores were 2.44 and 3.35, for the children and their parents, respectively. Cronbach's alpha coefficients were 0.85 and 0.91, respectively, which showed good internal consistency of the tools. The intraclass correlation coefficients between test and retest were 0.87 and 0.84 for children and their parents, respectively, showing good reproducibility for both questionnaires. The correlation between the specific and the generic questionnaires was significant (-0.27 for the children, -0.64 for their parents, p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS The specific questionnaires to evaluate the health-related quality of life of children with food allergy and of their parents were satisfactorily validated to be used in Brazil.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Raquel Bicudo Mendonça
- Universidade Federal de São Paulo (Unifesp), Ciências Aplicadas à Pediatria, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
| | - Dirceu Solé
- Universidade Federal de São Paulo (Unifesp), Área de Alergia, Imunologia Clínica e Reumatologia, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
| | - Audrey DunnGalvin
- University College Cork, School of Applied Psychology, Cork, Ireland
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
103
|
Pradela J, Bevilaqua-Grossi D, Chaves TC, Dach F, Ferreira Carvalho G. Brazilian Portuguese version of the Headache Disability Inventory: Cross-cultural adaptation, validity, and reliability. Cephalalgia 2020; 41:156-165. [PMID: 32819150 DOI: 10.1177/0333102420949860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The Headache Disability Inventory assesses the dimensions of headache disability, but it is not available in Brazilian Portuguese yet. We aimed to translate the Headache Disability Inventory into Brazilian Portuguese and analyze its measurement properties. METHODS Consecutive patients with headaches diagnosed by expert neurologists as per the International Classification of Headache Disorders were included. For the cross-cultural adaptation, 30 individuals answered the translated Headache Disability Inventory version. The internal consistency was evaluated, and the structural validity was assessed through exploratory factor analysis. For the construct validity assessment, 132 individuals answered the Headache Disability Inventory-Brazil, 12-item Short Form Survey (SF-12), and Headache Impact Test (HIT-6). After 1-3 weeks, 67 individuals again answered the Headache Disability Inventory-Brazil for the reliability assessment. The Pearson's correlation test, the intraclass correlation coefficient and the standard error of measurement were analyzed. RESULTS The pre-stage version of the questionnaire was considered as the final version. The Headache Disability Inventory-Brazil had an internal consistency of 0.84 and consisted of a functional, emotional and social participation domain (factor loads > 0.3). The internal consistency ranged from 0.81 to 0.93 for each of the three domains. For the construct validity, the Headache Disability Inventory-Brazil presented moderate correlation with the SF-12 (r = -0.70, p < 0.05) and with the HIT-6 (r = 0.67, p ≤ 0.05). Its test-retest reliability was considered to be excellent (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.95) and the standard error of measurement was 2.26 points. CONCLUSION The Headache Disability Inventory-Brazil was successfully translated and culturally adapted to the Brazilian population. It can be used for the impact assessment of primary and secondary headaches with validity and reliability equivalent to its original version.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Juliana Pradela
- Department of Health Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | - Débora Bevilaqua-Grossi
- Department of Health Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | - Thais Cristina Chaves
- Department of Health Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | - Fabiola Dach
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | - Gabriela Ferreira Carvalho
- Department of Health Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
104
|
Reivan-Ortiz GG, Ortiz Rodas PE, Reivan Ortiz PN. A Brief Version of the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS): Validity Evidence in Ecuadorian Population. Int J Psychol Res (Medellin) 2020; 13:14-24. [PMID: 33329874 PMCID: PMC7735515 DOI: 10.21500/20112084.4325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Due to the scarcity of evaluation instruments on the construct of difficulties in emotional regulation in the Ecuadorian university context, the objective of the present study was to adapt linguistically and to study the psychometric properties of the Difficulty Scale in Emotional Regulation (DERS) in a sample of Ecuadorian university students. A non-probability sample of 1172 participants between 17 and 32 years of age (M = 21.99; DT = 2.49), which consisted of 58.6% women and 41.4% men, was used. The research was carried out in three stages. The first study evaluated the Ecuadorian linguistic adaptation of the scale. The second study referred to the factorization by main axes identifying five factors (Lack of emotional understanding; Limited access to regulation strategies; Difficulties in impulse control; Interferences in goal-directed behaviors; Lack of emotional clarity) theoretically interpretable, which explain 49.22% of the variance. The third study developed a confirmatory factor analysis that specified an acceptable fit of the model (GFI = .95; AGFI = .95; NFI = .94; RMR = .11). The reliability coefficients are acceptable as .90 Cronbach’s alpha and .91 McDonald’s omega. In conclusion, it is mentioned that the Ecuadorian version of the DERS in a university sample exhibits good psychometric characteristics of internal structure and responses.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Geovanny Genaro Reivan-Ortiz
- . Responsible Teacher Department of Formative Research. Collaborator Laboratory of Psychometry. Catholic University of Cuenca. Ecuador. Catholic University of Cuenca Ecuador.,. University of Palermo. Argentina. Universidad de Palermo University of Palermo Argentina
| | - Patricia Elizabeth Ortiz Rodas
- . Associate Department Teacher. University of Cuenca. Ecuador. Universidad Católica de Cuenca University of Cuenca Ecuador
| | - Patricia Natali Reivan Ortiz
- . Professor of Pathology Laboratory. Catholic University of Cuenca. Ecuador. Universidad Católica de Cuenca Catholic University of Cuenca Ecuador
| |
Collapse
|
105
|
Translation and Validation of Forgotten Joint Score for Total Hip Arthroplasty for Indian Population. Indian J Orthop 2020; 54:892-900. [PMID: 33133413 PMCID: PMC7573040 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-020-00228-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 08/06/2020] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The ultimate success of a total hip replacement lies in patients forgetting about their artificial joints during routine activities. "Forgotten Joint Score (FJS)" is emerging as an important tool in assessing outcomes of total hip arthroplasty. There has been no version of this score available in commonly spoken vernaculars in India. This study aims to formulate and validate the Hindi version of FJS in Indian population. METHODS A total of 136 patients with a minimum follow-up of 6 months and a maximum follow-up of 18 months after total hip arthroplasty were asked to fill the translated and adapted version of FJS questionnaire, at two points of time 2 weeks apart. The Hindi version of FJS (I-FJS) was tested for reliability and responsiveness, floor and ceiling effect and validity against modified Harris Hip Score (mHHS). Construct validity was expressed as the Pearson correlation coefficient. Internal consistency was expressed as Cronbach's alpha and test-retest reliability as the intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC). RESULTS I-FJS showed excellent internal consistency with Cronbach's alpha of 0.88. Intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC) was 0.94. I-FJS showed good correlation with m-HHS (r = 0.8, p = 0.001). The standard error of measurement was 3.6 and the smallest detectable change was 9.97. There was no floor or ceiling effect observed with I-FJS. Data from this study were insufficient to establish adequate responsiveness of I-FJS. CONCLUSION I-FJS is a valid, reliable and reproducible score for hip function in post-THA patients. It is devoid of any floor or ceiling effect. Hindi version of FJS could be an effective tool for studying hip function in the Indian population.
Collapse
|
106
|
Navarta-Sánchez MV, Ambrosio L, Portillo MC, Ursúa ME, Senosiain JM, Riverol M. Evaluation of a psychoeducational intervention compared with education in people with Parkinson's disease and their informal caregivers: a quasi-experimental study. J Adv Nurs 2020; 76:2719-2732. [PMID: 32798329 DOI: 10.1111/jan.14476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2019] [Revised: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
Abstract
AIM To evaluate the effects of a psychoeducational intervention compared with an education programme to strengthen quality of life, psychosocial adjustment, and coping in people with Parkinson's disease and their informal caregivers. DESIGN A quasi-experimental study was performed with repeated measures at baseline, after the intervention and 6 months post-intervention. METHODS The study was carried out at seven primary care centres from 2015-2017. A total of 140 people with Parkinson's and 127 informal caregivers were allocated to the experimental and the control groups. The experimental group received a 9-week psychoeducational intervention, whereas the control group received a 5-week education programme. Repeated measures ANOVA were used to test differences in quality of life, psychosocial adjustment, and coping between the experimental and control groups and over time. RESULTS Patients and informal caregivers in both the experimental and control groups showed significantly better psychosocial adjustment at the post-intervention measurement compared with baseline data. We also found significantly greater quality of life in patients and coping skills in caregivers after the end of the interventions in the experimental and control groups. Nevertheless, no significant differences were identified on the outcomes at the 6-month post-intervention measurement. CONCLUSION The effect of the psychoeducational intervention was not different from the effect of the education programme. The strategies applied in both interventions followed a group approach led by a multidisciplinary team covering information about PD, healthy lifestyles, and social resources. They might be easily sustained in Primary Care to improve care for people with Parkinson's and informal caregivers.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Leire Ambrosio
- Faculty of Nursing, University of Navarre, Pamplona, Navarre, Spain
| | - Mari Carmen Portillo
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southampton, Southampton, Hampshire, UK
| | - Maria Eugenia Ursúa
- Primary Health Care Center of San Juan, Navarre Health Service, Pamplona, Navarre, Spain
| | | | - Mario Riverol
- Department of Neurology, University of Navarra Clinic, Pamplona, Navarre, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
107
|
AboAbat A, Qannam H, Bjorner JB, Al-Tannir M. Psychometric validation of a Saudi Arabian version of the sf-36v2 health survey and norm data for Saudi Arabia. J Patient Rep Outcomes 2020; 4:67. [PMID: 32789705 PMCID: PMC7426352 DOI: 10.1186/s41687-020-00233-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2020] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Adaptation of a patient-reported outcomes survey into a new language requires careful translation procedures as well as qualitative and quantitative psychometric testing. This study aimed to evaluate the basic psychometric properties of the new Saudi Arabian SF-36v2 and establish norm data for Saudi Arabia. Methods Translation and adaptation of the SF-36v2 used standard methodology. Psychometric validation included two stages: 1) A qualitative study (n = 100) explored the components of health and health-related quality of life considered important in Saudi Arabia and evaluated the content validity of the SF-36v2 in Saudi Arabia, and 2) A quantitative study (n = 6166) evaluated the basic psychometric properties of the Saudi SF-36v2 and established norm data for Saudi Arabia. Comparison with US general population data (n = 4040) evaluated differential item function (DIF) and cross-national differences. Results The qualitative study supported the content validity of the Saudi SF-36v2. Cognitive debriefing identified only few and minor problems. Psychometric analyses supported item convergence within scales and differentiation across scales of the SF-36v2. Scale level exploratory factor analyses did not support the typical distinction between physical health and mental health components. Internal consistency reliability was satisfactory for all scales except the social function scale (alpha = 0.67). Cross-national DIF was identified for 9 items. In the Saudi general population, the average vitality score was lower for women (− 2.71 points) compared to men. For men, older age groups scored lower on the physical function scale (− 3.31) and the physical health component (− 3.06). For women, older age groups scored lower on the role physical (− 3.72), bodily pain (− 3.66), and vitality (− 2.32) scales as well as the physical health component (− 3.52). Compared to the 2009 United States general population, and after adjusting for age, gender, and differential item function, persons in Saudi Arabia had lower average scores for the physical function (− 3.10), role physical (− 4.75), social function (− 4.23), role emotional (− 5.67), and mental health (− 4.82) scales, as well as the mental health component (− 4.57). Conclusion This Saudi normative study of patient reported outcomes supported the validity and reliability of the new Saudi SF-36v2 and found cross-national differences with the USA.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ahmad AboAbat
- Consultant Rehabilitation Hospital, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
| | - Hazem Qannam
- Rehabilitation Hospital, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
| | | | - Mohamad Al-Tannir
- Research Center, King Fahad Medical City, PO Box 59046, Riyadh, 11525, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
| |
Collapse
|
108
|
Pacheco-Castilho AC, de Martini Vanin G, Reichardt B, Miranda RPC, Norberto AMQ, Braga MC, Bueno TBC, Weber KT, Santos TEG, Leite JP, Dantas RO, Pontes-Neto OM, Martino R. Translation and Validation of the TOR-BSST © into Brazilian Portuguese for Adults with Stroke. Dysphagia 2020; 36:533-540. [PMID: 32766936 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-020-10167-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2020] [Accepted: 07/17/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
Brazil has a higher rate of dysphagia in stroke patients compared to developed countries, but does not have a fully validated method for early identification of dysphagia in this population. The aim of this study is to translate the TOR-BSST© into Brazilian Portuguese and assess the newly translated version for reliability and validity with Brazilian adult patients with stroke. The translation of the TOR-BSST© followed a multi-step process, according to the International Quality of Life Assessment project. For validation, we included patients with age ≥ 18 years and stroke diagnosis confirmed by neuroimaging and tolerance for videofluoroscopic swallowing assessment. The BR-PTfinal TOR-BSST© was administered by two trained screeners within two hours of videofluoroscopy. All assessors were independent and blinded. Estimates for reliability used the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and for accuracy both sensitivity (SN) and negative predictive (NP) values were used, along with 95% confidence intervals (CI). Sixty patients were enrolled and tested for a mean (SD) of 14.4 (6.9) days from last seen normal. Of all the patients, 41 (68.3%) failed the BR-PTfinal TOR-BSST© and 21 (35%) were scored to have dysphagia on videofluoroscopy, of which 11 (52.4%) had mild dysphagia. The overall reliability between screeners was satisfactory (ICC = 0.59; 95% CI 0.32 to 0.76). The SN and NP values for the BR-PTfinal TOR-BSST© were 85.7% (95% CI 0.62-0.96) and 84.2% (95% CI 0.72-0.95), respectively. The TOR-BSST© was successfully translated to Brazilian Portuguese with the BR-PTfinal TOR-BSST© proven to have high sensitivity and negative predictive values when compared to gold standard videofluoroscopy.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Aline Cristina Pacheco-Castilho
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil.
| | | | - Beatrix Reichardt
- Speech-Language Pathology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
| | - Rubia Poliana Crisóstomo Miranda
- Department of Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | | | - Monica Carvalho Braga
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil
| | - Thatiana Barboza Carnevalli Bueno
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil
| | - Karina Tavares Weber
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil
| | - Taiza Elaine Grespan Santos
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil
| | - João Pereira Leite
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil
| | - Roberto Oliveira Dantas
- Department of Medicine, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | - Octávio Marques Pontes-Neto
- Department of Neurosciences and Behavioral Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14049-900, Brazil
| | - Rosemary Martino
- Speech-Language Pathology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Department of Speech-Language Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
- Swallowing Lab, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Rehabilitation Science Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
109
|
Nowak-Gospodarowicz I, Różycki R, Rękas M. Quality of Life in Patients with Unresolved Facial Nerve Palsy and Exposure Keratopathy Treated by Upper Eyelid Gold Weight Loading. Clin Ophthalmol 2020; 14:2211-2222. [PMID: 32801632 PMCID: PMC7415438 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s254533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Loading of the upper eyelid with gold weights is a well-established procedure for the correction of paralytic lagophthalmos. There is no reliable research evaluating the results of this treatment from the patients’ viewpoint. Aim The aim of this research was to evaluate quality of life (QOL) domains through two standardized questionnaires (SF-36 and NEI-VFQ39) in patients treated by upper eyelid gold weight loading compared to healthy individuals (the “healthy” group) as well as patients with other ophthalmologic conditions (the “sick” group). Patients and Methods This prospective comparative clinical study of 416 surveys was conducted in 2012–2018. The study group includes 59 people: 40 women, 19 men aged 55.5 ± 17.4 treated with gold weights for corneal complications due to unresolved facial nerve palsy. General QOL was assessed using the SF-36 questionnaire. Eye-related QOL was assessed through the NEI-VFQ39 questionnaire. The results were compared with those obtained in 2 control groups: the “healthy” and the “sick,” 53 individuals each. Results A statistically significant increase in QOL domains was noted in patients with facial nerve palsy after treatment (p<0.001). No statistically significant differences were found in categories defining the Physical Component Score in these patients as compared to those from the “sick” control group (p = 0.95). After surgery, the results of the Mental Component Score were comparable to those in the “healthy” control group (p = 0.51). The eye-related health scores changed significantly after surgery and differed significantly compared to the “sick” control group (p <0.05); however, they did not reach the level of the “healthy” control group (p <0.001). Conclusion Patients with untreated facial nerve palsy had the lowest QOL levels among all individuals involved in this study. Treatment of lagophthalmos by gold weights significantly improved their QOL, with the greatest impact on mental aspects of health.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Radosław Różycki
- Department of Ophthalmology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw 04-141, Poland
| | - Marek Rękas
- Department of Ophthalmology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw 04-141, Poland
| |
Collapse
|
110
|
Bou Ali I, Farah R, Zeidan RK, Chahine MN, Al Sayed G, Asmar R, Hosseini H, Salameh P. Stroke symptoms impact on mental and physical health: A Lebanese population based study. Rev Neurol (Paris) 2020; 177:124-131. [PMID: 32653213 DOI: 10.1016/j.neurol.2020.03.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2019] [Revised: 01/27/2020] [Accepted: 03/27/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE Stroke symptoms in the absence of diagnosed stroke are common worldwide and associated with stroke risk factors and great impact on the physical and mental health functioning. The aim of this study was to assess, at the national level, the association of stroke symptoms with mental and physical health. METHODS Quality of life was assessed using physical and mental component summary scores (PCS and MCS) of the Short Form 12v2 Health Survey in the Lebanese population. We assessed the differences in the mean PCS and MCS scores among asymptomatic individuals with no stroke/transient ischemic attack (TIA) history (n=1167), symptomatic individuals with no stroke/TIA history (n=125) and those with stroke/TIA history (n=46). Psychometric properties of the Lebanese version of the SF- 12v2 were evaluated using principal component analysis. RESULTS Symptomatic individuals had an average PCS scores of 2.31 (95%CI: 0.75-3.88) points lower and those with stroke/TIA history had 3.26 (95%CI: 1.01-5.51) points lower when compared with asymptomatic individuals with no stroke/TIA history. Similarly, MCS scores for symptomatic individuals were 2.58 (95%CI: 1.02-4.13) points lower and those with stroke/TIA history had 3.28 (95%CI: 1.06-5.50) points lower than asymptomatic individuals. CONCLUSION Physical and mental health functioning declined among symptomatic individuals and those with stroke/TIA history. Thus, frequent monitoring for the early detection of stroke symptoms may be recommended.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- I Bou Ali
- Lebanese University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hadath, Lebanon.
| | - R Farah
- Lebanese University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hadath, Lebanon; Institut National de Sante Publique, Epidemiologie Clinique et Toxicologie, Faculty of Public Health, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
| | - R K Zeidan
- Lebanese University, Faculty of Public Health 2, Fanar, Lebanon; Institut National de Sante Publique, Epidemiologie Clinique et Toxicologie, Faculty of Public Health, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
| | - M N Chahine
- Lebanese University, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Hadath, Lebanon; Foundation-Medical Research Institutes, F-MRI, Beirut, Lebanon
| | - G Al Sayed
- Foundation-Medical Research Institutes, F-MRI, Beirut, Lebanon
| | - R Asmar
- Foundation-Medical Research Institutes, F-MRI, Beirut, Lebanon
| | - H Hosseini
- Department of Neurology, Henri-Mondor Hospital AP-HP, Creteil, France
| | - P Salameh
- Lebanese University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hadath, Lebanon; Lebanese University, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Hadath, Lebanon; Institut National de Sante Publique, Epidemiologie Clinique et Toxicologie, Faculty of Public Health, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
| |
Collapse
|
111
|
Kulhawy-Wibe SC, Zell J, Michaud K, Yazdany J, Davis AM, Ehrlich-Jones L, Thorne JC, Everix D, Cappelli LC, Suter LG, Limanni A, Barber CEH. Systematic Review and Appraisal of the Cross-Cultural Validity of Functional Status Assessment Measures in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2020; 72:798-805. [PMID: 30980507 PMCID: PMC7317906 DOI: 10.1002/acr.23904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Accepted: 04/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
Objective We conducted a systematic review and appraisal of the cross‐cultural adaptation and cross‐cultural validity of the Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ) and its derivatives, and of the more recent Patient‐Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) functional status assessment measures (FSAMs) in rheumatoid arthritis. Methods Four electronic medical databases were searched from inception until April 4, 2018 according to the Consensus‐Based Standards for the Selection of Health Measurement Instruments (COSMIN) group search strategy. Included studies were evaluated using the COSMIN tool for cross‐cultural validity and were scored as excellent, good, fair, or poor. Results Of 58 articles identified by our search strategy and 3 by manual search, 39 were included: 29 described the translation, cultural adaptation, or cross‐cultural validity of the HAQ disability index, 8 other HAQ derivatives, and 2 PROMIS measures, representing 22 languages. Of the 39 articles reviewed, 3 examined the cross‐cultural validity of translated versions. These studies were rated as follows: 2 as excellent, 3 good, 13 fair, and 21 poor. Two studies examining cross‐cultural validity noted differential item functioning (DIF) between Dutch and US populations for the HAQ‐II and PROMIS measures, and a third study found DIF between Turkish and UK populations on the HAQ, indicating cultural differences in questionnaire response. Conclusion This review highlights a paucity of data on the cross‐cultural validity of FSAMs and the mostly poor‐ or fair‐quality methods by which they were translated and adapted, which needs to be considered when using these measures for multinational clinical trials and for day‐to‐day use in clinical practice.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - JoAnn Zell
- Denver Health and University of Colorado, Denver
| | - Kaleb Michaud
- University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, and Forward, The National Databank for Rheumatic Diseases, Wichita, Kansas
| | | | - Aileen M Davis
- Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, and Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | - Claire E H Barber
- Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, and Arthritis Research Canada, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
112
|
Hargreaves SM, Nakano EY, Zandonadi RP. Brazilian Vegetarian Population-Influence of Type of Diet, Motivation and Sociodemographic Variables on Quality of Life Measured by Specific Tool (VEGQOL). Nutrients 2020; 12:E1406. [PMID: 32422862 PMCID: PMC7284834 DOI: 10.3390/nu12051406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2020] [Revised: 04/24/2020] [Accepted: 04/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
The adoption of a vegetarian diet has been associated with positive health outcomes. However, few studies evaluate the effect of this eating pattern on quality of life. Moreover, no specific instrument for the vegetarian population to measure the quality of life is available worldwide. Therefore, this study aimed to elaborate and validate a specific questionnaire to measure the quality of life in vegetarians. The Specific Vegetarian Quality of Life Questionnaire (VEGQOL) was constructed based on other instruments and studies related to vegetarianism. The content and semantic validation were performed by a group of experts, followed by a pilot study to evaluate the questionnaire acceptability and reproducibility. Discriminant validation was tested using the WHOQOL as the gold standard measure (Pearson correlation ranging from 0.302 of the domain 3 to 0.392 of the domain 2). Afterward, a nationwide survey was conducted using VEGQOL. Content and semantic validation selected 19 of the initial 30 items. VEGQOL presented good reproducibility (Cohen's Kappa coefficient ranging from 0.361 to 0.730 and intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.820) and internal consistency (0.708), both adequate to evaluate the quality of life in vegetarians. The sample size (n = 5014 individuals, error of 3% at a level of significance of 5%) and distribution was representative of the Brazilian vegetarian population. In general, the quality of life of Brazilian vegetarians was considered satisfactory (VEGQOL cut off points 70-80). Among different types of vegetarians, the vegans showed better results with a VEGQOL mean value of 79.2 ± 10.7. Older individuals, the ones who adopted the diet for a longer time (VEGQOL mean value of 75.8 ± 12.7) and the ones who had other vegetarians in their social network (VEGQOL mean value of 74.6 ± 12.2) also had a better quality of life score. Individuals who adopted it for ethical or health reasons had a higher quality of life score. The questionnaire produced in this study is a useful tool for future research in this area. Results were better for vegans and for the ones who adopt the diet for ethical or health reasons.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Shila Minari Hargreaves
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Brasilia (UnB), Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, Brasilia DF 70910-900, Brazil;
| | | | - Renata Puppin Zandonadi
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Brasilia (UnB), Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, Brasilia DF 70910-900, Brazil;
| |
Collapse
|
113
|
Lopes Dos Santos MC, Navarta-Sánchez MV, Moler JA, García-Lautre I, Anaut-Bravo S, Portillo MC. Psychosocial Adjustment of In-Home Caregivers of Family Members with Dementia and Parkinson's Disease: A Comparative Study. PARKINSON'S DISEASE 2020; 2020:2086834. [PMID: 32399168 PMCID: PMC7204185 DOI: 10.1155/2020/2086834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2019] [Revised: 01/31/2020] [Accepted: 04/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
Abstract
Neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and dementia are highly prevalent worldwide. People who suffer from these disorders often receive in-home care and assistance from family members, who must dedicate a considerable amount of time to the care recipient. The study of family caregivers' psychosocial adjustment to the degenerative processes of both conditions is of interest due to the implications for the quality of life of both the care receiver and the caregiver, as well as other family members. This study compares the psychosocial adjustment of family members who care for people with dementia and Parkinson's disease and identifies the main sociodemographic variables that affect the processes of adjustment to both conditions. To this end, the Psychosocial Adjustment to Illness Scale (PAIS-SR) and a sociodemographic form were administered to 157 family caregivers in Navarre, Spain. The results show that adjustment to the disease in family caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease and dementia is, in general, satisfactory and related to variables such as place of residence, income, and employment status. The illness itself (Parkinson's or dementia), however, is found to be the most influential variable in the level of psychosocial adjustment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | - José Antonio Moler
- Department of Statistics, Information Technology and Mathematics, Public University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
| | - Ignacio García-Lautre
- Department of Statistics, Information Technology and Mathematics, Public University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
| | - Sagrario Anaut-Bravo
- Department of Sociology and Social Work, Public University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
| | - Mari Carmen Portillo
- ARC Wessex, NIHR, School of Health Sciences, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
| |
Collapse
|
114
|
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To examine the reliability and validity of the Spanish version of the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and its ability to discriminate between women with and without female sexual dysfunction (FSD) among Spanish postmenopausal women. METHODS A total of 152 postmenopausal women completed the Spanish version of FSFI. Internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and construct validity (exploratory factor analysis) were analyzed. Concurrent and divergent validity were assessed using a visual analog scale for overall satisfaction with sexual life and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, respectively. To determine the ability and the accuracy of the FSFI total score in discriminating between women with and without FSD, a receiver-operating characteristic curve analysis was performed. RESULTS Factor analysis suggested a three-factor structure (explained variance 77.77%). The Spanish FSFI showed substantial-to-excellent test-retest reliability, with good internal consistency in the FSFI total score (Cronbach's alpha = 0.964), and also in its three dimensions. The FSFI total and domains scores showed strong (r > 0.50) and significant correlations (P < 0.01) with overall satisfaction with sexual life (concurrent validity), and low correlations with anxiety and depression (divergent validity). The Spanish FSFI total score and dimensions were significantly able to discriminate between women with and without FSD (P < 0.05), with an optimal cut-off point of <24.95 for the FSFI total score (64.15% sensitivity and 75.76% specificity). CONCLUSIONS The Spanish FSFI is a valid and reliable instrument for assessing and discriminating for FSD among Spanish postmenopausal women.
Collapse
|
115
|
Andaroon N, Kordi M, Ghasemi M, Mazlom R. The Validity and Reliability of the Wijma Delivery Expectancy/Experience Questionnaire (Version A) in Primiparous Women in Mashhad, Iran. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES 2020; 45:110-117. [PMID: 32210487 PMCID: PMC7071547 DOI: 10.30476/ijms.2019.45326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
Abstract
Background: Although pregnancy and childbirth are physiological processes, fear of childbirth is a common problem that is often associated with requests for cesarean delivery.
This study was undertaken to determine the validity and reliability of the Wijma Delivery Expectancy/Experience Questionnaire A (W-DEQ [A]) primiparous women in Mashhad, Iran. Methods: This study was conducted on 220 primiparous women with a gestational age of 28-30 weeks referred to health centers in Mashhad. Using demographic questionnaire, Beck’s Anxiety Inventory,
Beck’s Depression Inventory, and the W-DEQ (A), for determining the validity and reliability of the W-DEQ (A), first two linguists translated the questionnaire into Persian; then,
two other linguists translated the Persian version back into English. The content validity of this version was then assessed by expert faculty members. The final version was sent
to the questionnaire’s original developers (Klass Wijma and Barbro Wijma) and then used after their approval. Factor analysis was used to analyze the data. Results: The result of actor analysis revealed six factors, forming 58.8% of the total variance. The reliability of this questionnaire was confirmed with a Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 0.84,
and the fear of childbirth was found to be correlated with Beck’s anxiety (r=0.414) and depression (r=0.287) scores. Conclusion: The W-DEQ (A) is a valid and reliable tool for measuring the fear of childbirth and is recommended to be used for measuring the fear of childbirth among Iranian women.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nafise Andaroon
- Student Research Committee, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
| | - Masoumeh Kordi
- Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
| | - Marzieh Ghasemi
- Student Research Committee, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
| | - Reza Mazlom
- Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
116
|
Oral health status and associated lifestyle behaviors in a sample of Iranian adults: an exploratory household survey. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:82. [PMID: 32192497 PMCID: PMC7082917 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01072-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2019] [Accepted: 03/11/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Poor oral hygiene can lead to serious diseases, such as periodontitis, tooth decay, pain and discomfort in teeth or gums, infections, and loss of teeth. In Iran, adults aged 50 y and older are a high-risk group for oral health problems, and this age group will grow in the coming decades. Despite increasing attention on healthy aging, there is relatively less emphasis on oral hygiene and health-related problems. The present study investigated the oral health status of Iranian adults using the oral health self-assessment questionnaire (OHQ) developed by the World Health Organization (WHO). METHODS A population-based household survey of a sample of adults aged 18-65 y was conducted. In this study, the participants were recruited between May and October 2016 in Tabriz, Iran, and the study population was sampled using a multi-stage cluster sampling design. The WHO's OHQ for adults was used for measuring oral health status and oral hygiene behavior. RESULTS In total, 2310 respondents completed the survey. The mean age (SD) of the participants was 41.6(23.4) y. Males accounted for 48.8% of the participants. Of the 2310 respondents,187 (8.1%) individuals were edentulous, 152(20.7%) of whom were aged 51-65 y. Furthermore, 72.3% of those aged 51-65 y were dentate, and 50% of adults aged 51-65 y said they had 20 or more teeth. About one-third of the participants reported that they did not brush their teeth daily (23% of those aged 18-35 y,35.9% of those aged 36-50 y, and 44.6% for those aged 51-65 y). In the sample, 39.4% of individuals aged 18-35 y,34.1% of individuals aged 36-50 y, and 26.6% of individuals aged 51-65 y had visited a dentist less than 6 month ago. One-third of the participants consumed sweets and sugary drinks daily. CONCLUSIONS Although the majority of Iranian adults considered their oral health status good, only a small percentage of the sample visited their dentist regularly. Furthermore, visits to the dentist declined in accordance with increasing age, a time when the incidence of oral health problems may increase. Poor oral health may increase the risk of adverse health outcomes, particularly among the aging population.
Collapse
|
117
|
Meng R, Li J, Wang Z, Zhang D, Liu B, Luo Y, Hu Y, Yu C. The Chinese version of the Perceived Stress Questionnaire: development and validation amongst medical students and workers. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2020; 18:70. [PMID: 32169070 PMCID: PMC7071673 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-020-01307-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2019] [Accepted: 02/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND A valid and efficient stress measure is important for clinical and community settings. The objectives of this study were to translate the English version of the Perceived Stress Questionnaire (PSQ) into Chinese and to assess the psychometric properties of the Chinese version of the PSQ (C-PSQ). The C-PSQ evaluates subjective experiences of stress instead of a specific and objective status. METHODS Forward translations and back translations were used to translate the PSQ into Chinese. We used the C-PSQ to survey 2798 medical students and workers at three study sites in China from 2015 to 2017. Applying Rasch analysis (RA) and factor analysis (FA), we examined the measurement properties of the C-PSQ. Data were analyzed using the Rasch model for item fit, local dependence (LD), differential item functioning (DIF), unidimensionality, separation and reliability, response forms and person-item map. We first optimized the item selection in the Chinese version to maximize its psychometric quality. Second, we used cross-validation, by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), to determine the best fitting model in comparison to the different variants. Measurement invariance (MI) was tested using multi-group CFA across subgroups (medical students vs. medical workers). We evaluated validity of the C-PSQ using the criterion instruments, such as the Chinese version of the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10), the Short Form-8 Health Survey (SF-8) and the Goldberg Anxiety and Depression Scale (GADS). Reliability was assessed using internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha, Guttman's lambda-2, and McDonald's omegas) and reproducibility (test-retest correlation and intraclass correlation coefficient, [ICC]). RESULTS Infit and/or outfit values indicated that all items fitted the Rasch model. Three item pairs presented local dependency (residual correlations > 0.30). Ten items showed DIF. Dimensionality instruction suggested that eight items should be deleted. One item showed low discrimination. Thirteen items from the original PSQ were retained in the C-PSQ adaptation (i.e. C-PSQ-13). We tested and verified four feasible models to perform EFA. Built on the EFA models, the optimal CFA model included two first-order factors (i.e. constraint and imbalance) and a second-order factor (i.e., perceived stress). The first-order model had acceptable goodness of fit (Normed Chi-square = 8.489, TLI = 0.957, CFI = 0.965, WRMR = 1.637, RMSEA [90% CI] = 0.078 [0.072, 0.084]). The second-order model showed identical model fit. Person separation index (PSI) and person reliability (PR) were 2.42 and 0.85, respectively. Response forms were adequate, item difficulty matched respondents' ability levels, and unidimensionality was found in the two factors. Multi-group CFA showed validity of the optimal model. Concurrent validity of the C-PSQ-13 was 0.777, - 0.595 and 0.584 (Spearman correlation, P < 0.001, the same hereinafter) for the Chinese version of the PSS-10, SF-8, and GADS. For reliability analyses, internal consistency of the C-PSQ-13 was 0.878 (Cronbach's alpha), 0.880 (Guttman's lambda-2), and 0.880 (McDonald's omegas); test-retest correlation and ICC were 0.782 and 0.805 in a 2-day interval, respectively. CONCLUSION The C-PSQ-13 shows good metric characteristics for most indicators, which could contribute to stress research given its validity and economy. This study also contributes to the evidence based regarding between-group factorial structure analysis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Runtang Meng
- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Health Sciences, Wuhan University, 185 Donghu Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, People's Republic of China
| | - Jingjing Li
- Department of Behavioral Sciences and Health Education, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, 1518 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA
| | - Zhenkun Wang
- Party Committee Organization Department, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jie Fang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei, 430030, People's Republic of China
| | - Di Zhang
- Quality Control Department, Wuhan Asia General Hospital, 300 Taizi Lake North Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430056, People's Republic of China
| | - Bing Liu
- Center of Health Administration and Development Studies, Hubei University of Medicine, 30 South Renmin Road, Shiyan, Hubei, 442000, People's Republic of China
| | - Yi Luo
- School of Nursing, Ningbo College of Health Sciences, 51 Xuefu Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315100, People's Republic of China
| | - Ying Hu
- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Health Sciences, Wuhan University, 185 Donghu Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, People's Republic of China.,Global Health Institute, Wuhan University, 8 South Donghu Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430072, People's Republic of China
| | - Chuanhua Yu
- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Health Sciences, Wuhan University, 185 Donghu Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, People's Republic of China. .,Global Health Institute, Wuhan University, 8 South Donghu Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430072, People's Republic of China.
| |
Collapse
|
118
|
Cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric validation of the World Health Organization quality of life-old module (WHOQOL-OLD) for Persian-speaking populations. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2020; 18:67. [PMID: 32160912 PMCID: PMC7066791 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-020-01316-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2019] [Accepted: 03/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Reliable quality of life assessment is important for identification of health problems, evaluation of health interventions and planning of optimal health policies and care packages. Due to lack of a psychometrically robust measurement tool for quality of life appraisal among the Iranian older population, this study was aimed to investigate psychometric properties of the Persian version of the World Health Organization quality of life-old module (WHOQOL-OLD-P) for use on the Iranian and other Persian-speaking aged populations. Methods The standard translate/back-translate procedure was applied to convert the English version of the WHOQOL-OLD into Persian. The face and content validities were assessed by a panel of experts including 15 specialists in geriatrics and allied fields. The Cronbach’s alpha and intra-class correlation (ICC) coefficients were estimated to assess internal validity and reliability of the translated version. Factorial structure of the WHOQOL-OLD-P was also tested using confirmatory factor analyses in a sample of 400 Persian-speaking older adults (aged 60 years of old and above) residing in the city of Yazd, the capital city of Yazd province, center of Iran. Results The internal consistency and reliability indices of the WHOQOL-OLD-P were in the vicinity of acceptable range (Cronbach’s alpha: 0.65–0.82 and ICC: 0.90–0.98). The confirmatory factor analysis outputs confirmed the six-factor solution of the WHOQOL-OLD-P (RMSEA = 0.04, CFI = 0.94, TLI = 0.93, SRMR = 0.06). Conclusion The study findings support validity and reliability of the WHOQOL-OLD-P for use on Iranian and possibly other Persian-speaking older populations. Further cross-cultural and comparative multinational studies are recommended to provide more vigorous evidence about feasibility and acceptability of the translated tool in diverse and multicultural Persian-speaking communities.
Collapse
|
119
|
Reliability, Consistency and Temporal Stability of Alberta Infant Motor Scale in Serbian Infants. CHILDREN-BASEL 2020; 7:children7030016. [PMID: 32131387 PMCID: PMC7140807 DOI: 10.3390/children7030016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2019] [Revised: 01/30/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
Our study aimed to analyze the reliability, consistency, and temporal stability of the Alberta Infant Motor Scale (AIMS) in Serbian infants. Additionally, we aimed to present a percentile distribution of AIMS in the tested population. The prospective study included 60 infants that were divided into three age groups: 0-3 months, 4-7 months, and 8-14 months. The Serbian version of AIMS was tested by two raters on two different occasions (test/retest) with a five day period between tests. The observed inter-rater reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC)) was more than 0.75 for all AIMS scores, except for standing (ICC 0.655 = moderate) in the age group of 4-7 months on retest between raters. The observed intra-rater reliability (ICC) was more than 0.75 for all AIMS scores except standing (ICC 0.655 = moderate) in the age group 4-7 months in test-retest for Rater One, and for sitting (ICC 0.671 = moderate) and standing (ICC 0.725 = moderate) in the age group between 0-3 months on test-retest for Rater Two. The Serbian version of AIMS was shown to have high consistency and high reliability with good to high temporal stability. Thus, it can be used in the evaluation of infants' motor development in Serbia.
Collapse
|
120
|
Winnige P, Batalik L, Filakova K, Hnatiak J, Dosbaba F, Grace SL. Translation and validation of the cardiac rehabilitation barriers scale in the Czech Republic (CRBS-CZE): Protocol to determine the key barriers in East-Central Europe. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e19546. [PMID: 32176110 PMCID: PMC7440137 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000019546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Cardiovascular diseases are highly prevalent and represent leading causes of morbidity worldwide, including in Central Europe. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an effective method of secondary prevention, but utilization is low. Barriers to CR use in the Czech Republic are not well-characterized, and therefore we propose a protocol to translate and validate the cardiac rehabilitation barriers scale (CRBS). METHODS In this multi-method study, we translated and cross-culturally validated the CRBS to Czech (CRBS-CZE) first through the following main steps: professional translation, reconciliation/harmonization, and cross-cultural adaptation, and piloting in 50 cardiac patients. A prospective study will be undertaken to psychometrically-validate the CRBS-CZE, where 300 to 600 cardiac inpatients eligible for phase II/outpatient CR will be recruited. Consenting participants will be informed about the CR program and their sociodemographic, clinical characteristics, and the CRBS-CZE administered. Factor analysis will be performed with oblique rotation, factors will be extracted based on eigenvalues, the examination of the scree plot, and factor loadings. The internal reliability of the total scale and subscales will be assessed with Cronbach alpha. Overall CRBS scores will be compared by patient characteristics such as sex, socioeconomic indicators, risk factor burden, and travel time to investigate content validity. Their CR enrollment, adherence (% of 24 prescribed sessions attended), and completion will be tracked. The second administration of CRBS-CZE will be undertaken in patients at 3 weeks after enrollment. To test criterion validity, t tests and Pearson correlation (for adherence) will be used to determine the association of these utilization indicators with CRBS scores. RESULTS The translated version was considered by 2 bilingual CR experts. Some revisions and example additions were made to the items. Upon piloting with patients, some further edits were made. No additional barriers were raised. DISCUSSION Through this study, a reliable and valid means of assessing patient's CR barriers will be established. Results will be used to identify ways to help patients overcome barriers to CR utilization.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Petr Winnige
- Department of Rehabilitation, University Hospital Brno
- Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University Brno
| | - Ladislav Batalik
- Department of Rehabilitation, University Hospital Brno
- Department of Internal Cardiology Medicine, University Hospital Brno, Brno, Czech Republic
| | | | - Jakub Hnatiak
- Department of Rehabilitation, University Hospital Brno
| | - Filip Dosbaba
- Department of Rehabilitation, University Hospital Brno
| | - Sherry L. Grace
- Faculty of Health, York University & University Health Network, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
121
|
Rodríguez-Almagro D, Achalandabaso A, Rus A, Obrero-Gaitán E, Zagalaz-Anula N, Lomas-Vega R. Validation of the Spanish version of the migraine disability assessment questionnaire (MIDAS) in university students with migraine. BMC Neurol 2020; 20:67. [PMID: 32093620 PMCID: PMC7038557 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-020-01646-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2019] [Accepted: 02/17/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The Migraine Disability Assessment (MIDAS) questionnaire is widely used to determine the degree of migraine-related disability of subjects. So far, and to the best of our knowledge, no Spanish version of this tool has been validated. The questionnaire comprises seven items, with the first five constituting the main scale while the sixth and seventh items referring, respectively, to the frequency and intensity of headache. The present study aims to analyze the clinimetric properties of the Spanish version of the MIDAS questionnaire in a population of university students. METHODS We performed a cross-sectional study of validation for this measuring instrument. A total of 153 subjects participated in the study. We analyzed construct validity using factor analysis, test-retest reliability by the Intraclass Correlation Coeficient (ICC), internal consistency, and concurrent validity with respect to the 12-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12). RESULTS Factor analysis revealed a two-factor structure. The questionnaire has good reliability for the MIDAS main-scale score ([ICC = 0.81; 95% CI: 0.63-0.90]), excellent reliability for headache frequency (ICC = 0.90; 95%; CI: [0.79-0.95]), and moderately good reliability for headache intensity (ICC = 0.63; 95% CI: [0.34-0.80]). The analysis also yielded good internal consistency results (α Cronbach = 0.797) and a moderate correlation between MIDAS-main scale and the physical component summary of SF-12 (Rho = - 0.326; p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The Spanish version of the MIDAS questionnaire is a valid and reliable tool to measure migraine-related disability in university subjects. The two additional items provide information that could help clinicians in making decisions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Daniel Rodríguez-Almagro
- Department of Health Sciences, (Building B3, Office 205), University of Jaén, Paraje, Campus Las Lagunillas s/n, 23071, Jaén, Spain
| | - Alexander Achalandabaso
- Department of Health Sciences, (Building B3, Office 205), University of Jaén, Paraje, Campus Las Lagunillas s/n, 23071, Jaén, Spain.
| | - Alma Rus
- Department of Cell Biology, University of Granada, Avenida de Fuente Nueva s/n, 18071, Granada, Spain
| | - Esteban Obrero-Gaitán
- Department of Health Sciences, (Building B3, Office 205), University of Jaén, Paraje, Campus Las Lagunillas s/n, 23071, Jaén, Spain
| | - Noelia Zagalaz-Anula
- Department of Health Sciences, (Building B3, Office 205), University of Jaén, Paraje, Campus Las Lagunillas s/n, 23071, Jaén, Spain
| | - Rafael Lomas-Vega
- Department of Health Sciences, (Building B3, Office 205), University of Jaén, Paraje, Campus Las Lagunillas s/n, 23071, Jaén, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
122
|
Ghroubi S, Chmak J, Borgi O, El Fani N, El Arem S, Elleuch MH. Translation and validation of the Intermittent Catheterisation Difficulty Questionnaire (ICDQ) in an Arabic population. Arab J Urol 2020; 18:22-26. [PMID: 32082630 PMCID: PMC7006763 DOI: 10.1080/2090598x.2019.1694762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2019] [Accepted: 10/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
Abstract
Objective: To translate and validate linguistically an Arabic version of the Intermittent Catheterisation Difficulty Questionnaire (ICDQ) adapted to the Tunisian population. Patients and methods: An Arabic translation and cultural adaptation of the ICDQ was obtained via the reverse translation method after two sets of comprehension tests within two groups of 10 patients. Psychometric validation included testing the questionnaire on a group of 30 patients. Intra-rater reliability was evaluated by the calculation of the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for each item of the questionnaire. Cronbach’s α was used to assess internal consistency. Results: The study included 30 patients (seven females, 23 males) with a mean (SD) age of 40.6 (15.3) years. The ICC was 0.96, demonstrating excellent intra-rater reliability. Cronbach’s α was 0.96 (>0.9) confirming an excellent correlation between the different items. Conclusion: This work provides a translated, validated and Tunisian adapted version of the ICDQ that can be used to evaluate Tunisian patients’ difficulties with clean intermittent self-catheterisation in daily practice. We expect that this version will also be helpful for patients in other Arabic and North African countries, although such a hypothesis needs to be confirmed by further studies. Abbreviations: CISC: clean intermittent self-catheterisation; ICDQ: Intermittent Catheterisation Difficulty Questionnaire; ASIA: American Spinal Injury Association; ICC: intraclass correlation coefficient
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sameh Ghroubi
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hbib Bourguiba University Hospital, Sfax, Tunisia.,Unité de Recherche de L'évaluation des Pathologies de L'appareil Locomoteur UR12ES18, Université du Sud, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Jihène Chmak
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hbib Bourguiba University Hospital, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Ons Borgi
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hbib Bourguiba University Hospital, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Nedra El Fani
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hbib Bourguiba University Hospital, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Soumaya El Arem
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hbib Bourguiba University Hospital, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Mohamed Habib Elleuch
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hbib Bourguiba University Hospital, Sfax, Tunisia.,Unité de Recherche de L'évaluation des Pathologies de L'appareil Locomoteur UR12ES18, Université du Sud, Sfax, Tunisia
| |
Collapse
|
123
|
Kim CW, Jeong WK, Son GM, Kim IY, Park JW, Jeong SY, Park KJ, Lee SH. Validation of Korean Version of Low Anterior Resection Syndrome Score Questionnaire. Ann Coloproctol 2020; 36:83-87. [PMID: 32054239 PMCID: PMC7299562 DOI: 10.3393/ac.2019.08.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
Abstract
Purpose Patients who undergo radical surgery for rectal cancer often experience low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). Symptoms of this syndrome include frequent bowel movements, gas incontinence, fecal incontinence, fragmentation, and urgency. The aim of this study was to investigate the convergent validity, discriminative validity, and reliability of the Korean version of the LARS score questionnaire. Methods The English LARS score questionnaire was translated into Korean using the forward-and-back translation method. A total of 146 patients who underwent radical surgery for rectal cancer answered the Korean version of the LARS score questionnaire including an anchor question assessing the impact of bowel function. Participants answered the questionnaire once more after 2 weeks. Results The Korean LARS score questionnaire showed high convergent validity in terms of high correlation between the LARS score and quality of life (perfect fit 55.5% vs. moderate fit 37.6% vs. no fit 6.8%, respectively; P < 0.001). The LARS score also showed good discriminative validity between groups of patients differing by sex (29 for males vs. 25 for females; P = 0.014), tumor level (29 for ≤8 cm vs. 24 for >8 cm; P = 0.021), and radiotherapy (32 for yes vs. 24 for no; P = 0.001). The LARS score also demonstrated high reliability at test-retest with no difference between scores at the first and second tests (intraclass correlation coefficient: Q1 = 0.932; Q2 = 0.909, Q3 = 0.944, Q4 = 0.931, and Q5 = 0.942; P < 0.001, respectively). Conclusion The Korean version of the LARS score questionnaire has proven to be a valid and reliable tool for measuring LARS in Korean patients with rectal cancer.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chang Woo Kim
- Department of Surgery, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
| | - Woon Kyung Jeong
- Department of Surgery, Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
| | - Gyung Mo Son
- Department of Surgery, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Pusan University College of Medicine, Yangsan, Korea
| | - Ik Yong Kim
- Department of Surgery, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea
| | - Ji Won Park
- Department of Surgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
| | - Seung-Yong Jeong
- Department of Surgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
| | - Kyu Joo Park
- Department of Surgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
| | - Suk-Hwan Lee
- Department of Surgery, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
| |
Collapse
|
124
|
Psychosexual Functioning Outcome Testing after Hypospadias Repair. Healthcare (Basel) 2020; 8:healthcare8010032. [PMID: 32033376 PMCID: PMC7151077 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare8010032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2019] [Revised: 01/24/2020] [Accepted: 02/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Self-confidence plays an important role in both genders’ sexual functioning. Lack of genital self-esteem may have negative effects on psychosexual development, especially in males, where deviations from a standardized normal penile appearance can lead to inhibitions in entering into sexual relationships. The aim of our study was to evaluate the informativeness of studied domains of the Global Sexual Functioning (GSF) questionnaire and sexual functioning of patients surgically treated in childhood for different types of hypospadias. We evaluated 63 males with hypospadias and 60 healthy age- and gender-matched controls. The GSF questionnaire was used to estimate psychosexual function as a long-term follow-up after the surgical correction of hypospadias in the patient and control groups. Sexual activity (p = 0.017), arousal (p = 0.033) and orgasmic abilities (p = 0.002) values were significantly increased in patients. Strong correlation was noticed between sexual activity and sexual desire (R = 0.872); arousal and sexual desire (R = 0.753), as well as orgasmic and erectile abilities (R = 0.769). Different domains of psychosexual functioning in the patient group correlated with each other to various degrees, resulting in a heterogeneous expression of psychosexual dysfunctions, implicating the necessity of a personalized treatment approach.
Collapse
|
125
|
De Vrieze T, Frippiat J, Deltombe T, Gebruers N, Tjalma WAA, Nevelsteen I, Thomis S, Vandermeeren L, Belgrado JP, De Groef A, Devoogdt N. Cross-cultural validation of the French version of the Lymphedema Functioning, Disability and Health Questionnaire for Upper Limb Lymphedema (Lymph-ICF-UL). Disabil Rehabil 2020; 43:2797-2804. [PMID: 31990592 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1716271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE Upper limb lymphedema is a vexing morbidity that can occur after the treatment for breast cancer. The Lymphedema Functioning, Disability and Health Questionnaire for Upper Limb Lymphedema (Lymph-ICF-UL) is a valid and reliable tool assessing problems in functioning in patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema. Until now, a French-language version was lacking. The aim of this study was to perform a cross-cultural validation of the French version of the Lymph-ICF-UL questionnaire. METHODS A forward-backward translation process between the original language (Dutch) and the target language (French) was performed. Psychometric properties of this final French version were examined in 50 participants. RESULTS Intraclass correlation coefficients for test-retest reliability ranged from 0.66 to 0.95. Cronbach's alpha coefficients for internal consistency were higher than 0.77. Face and content validity were very good because the scoring system was clear for all participants (100%), questions were understandable (100%), and all complaints due to BCRL were mentioned by 78% of the participants. Construct validity was moderate. Convergent validity was established since 3 out of 5 expected domains of the Lymph-ICF-UL showed a moderate correlation with expected domains of the 36-item Short-Form Health Survey. There was satisfactory divergent validity as 6 out of 9 hypotheses assessing divergent validity were accepted. CONCLUSION The French version of the Lymph-ICF-UL is a reliable and valid questionnaire and ready for use in clinical as well as in scientific practice.Implications for rehabilitationSince the introduction of more effective treatment modalities increasing the number of breast cancer survivors, the amount of patients dealing with lymphedema is rising likewise up to a pooled incidence rate of more than 16% of the women treated for breast cancer.The French version of the Lymph-ICF-UL is a reliable and valid questionnaire for assessing problems in functioning of patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema of the arm and/or hand.As the questionnaire provides patient information in the different domains of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, it facilitates evaluating the impact of breast cancer-related lymphedema on daily functioning.Based on the outcomes of the Lymph-ICF-UL treatment goals can be set, where after the questionnaire can be used to monitor long-term results of this treatment and self-care.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tessa De Vrieze
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, University of Antwerp, MOVANT, Antwerp, Belgium
| | - Jacqueline Frippiat
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Centre de Référence du Lymphoedème, CHU UCL Namur - Site Godinne, Yvoir, Belgium
| | - Thierry Deltombe
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Centre de Référence du Lymphoedème, CHU UCL Namur - Site Godinne, Yvoir, Belgium
| | - Nick Gebruers
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, University of Antwerp, MOVANT, Antwerp, Belgium.,Multidisciplinary Oedema Clinic, University of Antwerp & Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
| | - Wiebren A A Tjalma
- Multidisciplinary Oedema Clinic, University of Antwerp & Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Medicine, University of Antwerp, MIPRO, Antwerp, Belgium.,Multidisciplinary Breast Clinic, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium
| | - Ines Nevelsteen
- Multidisciplinary Breast Centre, UZ Leuven - University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
| | - Sarah Thomis
- Department of Vascular Surgery and Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Centre for Lymphedema, UZ Leuven - University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
| | - Liesbeth Vandermeeren
- Lymphology Research Unit, BLLC - Centre for Lymphedema and Lipedema Brussels & Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
| | - Jean-Paul Belgrado
- Lymphology Research Unit, Saint-Pierre University Hospital, Lymphology Clinic of Brussels & Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
| | - An De Groef
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
| | - Nele Devoogdt
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Vascular Surgery and Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Centre for Lymphedema, UZ Leuven - University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
| |
Collapse
|
126
|
Eghbali M, Negarandeh R, Ebadi A, Bandari R, Mohammadzadeh F. Psychometric assessment of the Persian version of short clinical scale to measure chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: the MASCC antiemetic tool. Support Care Cancer 2020; 28:4353-4359. [PMID: 31907650 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-019-05281-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2019] [Accepted: 12/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE Managing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) in patients with cancer is still a challenge for the patients and also the clinicians. The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) has developed a scale for better measurement and management of CINV. Thus, this paper aims at translating the scale into Persian and assessing the psychometric properties of the proposed translated version of MASCC Antiemesis Tool (MAT). METHODS Having received the necessary permissions and complying with the Forward-Backward translation protocol, we conducted a qualitative assessment of the face validity through cognitive interviewing and content validity assess with 5 experts in Persian Literature. Internal consistency using Cronbach's Alpha Coefficient was applied to determine the scale reliability. In order to determine the construct validity, the three methods of exploratory factor analysis, known group analysis, and convergent validity (assessment of the correlation between Rhodes Index of Nausea, Vomiting and Retching (INVR) scale and the Persian version of MAT scale) were conducted on 300 participants. RESULTS About 300 patients with a mean age of 50.73 ± 0.81 participated in the study. The results showed a significant difference in the index of nausea and vomiting between the patients who are below 50 years old and those who are above 50 (P = 0.0001). The Cronbach's Alpha Coefficient was reported 0.88 for the whole MAT questionnaire. Due to the low factor load (fewer than 0.5) for question 1, it was removed in the factor analysis. Besides, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) led to the exploration of the two factors of nausea and vomiting. CONCLUSION According to the results of the study, the Persian version of the MAT questionnaire is considered as a highly reliable and valid tool, in order to efficiently and accurately measure chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting and to better manage this side effect.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mohammad Eghbali
- Department of Nursing, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Student Research Committee, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Reza Negarandeh
- Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
| | - Abbas Ebadi
- Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Life Style Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Faculty of Nursing, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Razieh Bandari
- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran
| | - Faeze Mohammadzadeh
- Medical laboratory science, Hasheminejad Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
127
|
Validation of a Quality of Life Instrument in Spanish Patients With Rheumatic Diseases: The Rosser Classification System. J Clin Rheumatol 2019; 25:78-84. [PMID: 29561466 DOI: 10.1097/rhu.0000000000000774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to assess the reliability and validity of the Spanish version of the Rosser classification system for disease states in patients with musculoskeletal disorders. METHODS Our study was based on a questionnaire validation design. Patients were attended at an outpatient rheumatology clinic at Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain. The Rosser classification system was completed by the physician from the research team (PMQ) and by the patient (HMQ). Criterion standards: The EuroQol-5D for the HMQ and the physician global estimate (DOCGL) for the PMQ. Internal consistency reliability was assessed using Cronbach α. Test-retest reliability and interobserver reliability were analyzed using the intraclass correlation coefficient. The criterion validity between HMQ and EuroQol-5D and between PMQ and DOCGL was assessed using the Spearman correlation coefficient. RESULTS The full analysis was based on 4 samples of patients (104 to 266 patients), most of whom were middle-aged women. For HMQ, Cronbach α was 0.70. Test-retest reproducibility was 0.7. With respect to criterion validity, significant correlations in the expected direction were observed. For PMQ, Cronbach α was 0.70, indicating excellent intraobserver and interobserver reliability. With respect to criterion validity, strong correlations were observed between the PMQ and the DOCGL. CONCLUSIONS The Rosser classification system showed satisfactory reliability and suitable criterion validity for patients with musculoskeletal disorders. The instrument seems to be suitable for clinical decision making and research.
Collapse
|
128
|
Logullo P, Torloni MR, de O C Latorraca C, Riera R. The Brazilian Portuguese Version of the DISCERN Instrument: Translation Procedures and Psychometric Properties. Value Health Reg Issues 2019; 20:172-179. [PMID: 31622803 DOI: 10.1016/j.vhri.2019.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2019] [Accepted: 09/02/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES To report on the translation procedures and psychometric properties of the DISCERN tool in Brazilian Portuguese. METHODS Three people translated the DISCERN from English into Brazilian Portuguese. A committee of experts and community representatives evaluated the quality of the 3 versions in 2 online voting rounds. Two native speakers back-translated the questionnaire into English. We compared these versions to the original DISCERN and made small adjustments. The final Brazilian Portuguese version of DISCERN was tested twice by journalism students to evaluate the quality of a text about smoking cessation treatments. We evaluated participants' health literacy with the Short Assessment of Health Literacy for Portuguese-Speaking Adults (SAHL-PA) tool, assessed the internal consistency of the translated questionnaire with the Cronbach test, and measured its reproducibility with the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). We then investigated the relationship between DISCERN and SAHL-PA scores and demographic variables. RESULTS The participants (n = 126) had no difficulty in using the questionnaire. Cronbach's alpha was 0.865 (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.826-0.898), and the ICC between the 2 evaluations was 0.845 (CI 0.717-0.912). The mean health literacy of the participants was adequate. There was no correlation between the DISCERN score and the SAHL-PA score, age, or sex (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS The Brazilian Portuguese version of the DISCERN questionnaire has excellent internal consistency and good reproducibility. The evaluators' ages, sex, and health literacy did not interfere with the score resulting from the evaluation of the quality of the text.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Patricia Logullo
- Discipline of Evidence-Based Medicine, Escola Paulista de Medicina, and Post-Graduation Program of Evidence-Based Health, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil; Cochrane Brazil, São Paulo, Brazil; EQUATOR Network, University of Oxford, Oxford, England, UK.
| | - Maria Regina Torloni
- Discipline of Evidence-Based Medicine, Escola Paulista de Medicina, and Post-Graduation Program of Evidence-Based Health, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil; Cochrane Brazil, São Paulo, Brazil
| | - Carolina de O C Latorraca
- Discipline of Evidence-Based Medicine, Escola Paulista de Medicina, and Post-Graduation Program of Evidence-Based Health, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil; Cochrane Brazil, São Paulo, Brazil
| | - Rachel Riera
- Discipline of Evidence-Based Medicine, Escola Paulista de Medicina, and Post-Graduation Program of Evidence-Based Health, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil; Cochrane Brazil, São Paulo, Brazil; Center of Health Technological Assessment, Instituto Sírio-Libanês de Ensino e Pesquisa, Hospital Sírio-Libanês, São Paulo, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
129
|
de Beurs E, Carlier IVE, van Hemert AM. Approaches to denote treatment outcome: Clinical significance and clinical global impression compared. Int J Methods Psychiatr Res 2019; 28:e1797. [PMID: 31597212 PMCID: PMC7649961 DOI: 10.1002/mpr.1797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2018] [Revised: 04/18/2019] [Accepted: 07/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVES The authors of a previous study proposed a statistically based approach to denote treatment outcome, translating pretest and posttest scores into clinically relevant categories, such as recovery and reliable improvement. We assessed the convergent validity of the Jacobson-Truax (JT) approach, using T-score based cutoff values, with ratings by an independent evaluator. METHODS Pretest and retest scores on the Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) and clinical global impression improvement (CGI-I) ratings were collected repeatedly through routine outcome monitoring from 5,900 outpatients with common mental disorders. Data were collected in everyday practice in a large mental health care provider. RESULTS Continuous pretest-to-retest BSI change scores had a stronger association with CGI-I than the categorical variable based on JT. However, JT categorization and improvement according to CGI converged substantially with association indices (Somers' D) ranging from D = .50 to .56. Discordance was predominantly due to a more positive outcome according to JT than on CGI-I ratings. CONCLUSION Converting continuous outcome variables into clinically meaningful categories comes at the price of somewhat diminished concurrent validity with CGI-I. Nevertheless, support was found for the proposed threshold values for reliable change and recovery, and the outcome denoted in these terms corresponded with CGI improvement for most patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Edwin de Beurs
- Section Clinical Psychology, Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
| | - Ingrid V E Carlier
- Department of Psychiatry, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
| | - Albert M van Hemert
- Department of Psychiatry, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
| |
Collapse
|
130
|
Iliadou M, Lykeridou K, Prezerakos P, Tzavara C, Tziaferi SG. Reliability and Validity of the Greek Version of the Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale Among Pregnant Women. Mater Sociomed 2019; 31:160-165. [PMID: 31762695 PMCID: PMC6853719 DOI: 10.5455/msm.2019.31.160-165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
Abstract
Introduction: A modifiable factor related to breastfeeding is breastfeeding attitudes. The Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale (IIFAS) is used to evaluate this factor. Although the breastfeeding rates in Greece are declined there is not available any validated instrument to evaluate infant feeding attitudes. Aim: to determine the psychometric properties of the Greek adaptation of the IIFAS in a sample of pregnant women. Materials and Methods: Pregnant women (N=203) from a University Hospital in Athens, Greece, were administered the Greek version of the IIFAS, while being in hospital, and their infant feeding mode at six months postpartum was recorded by telephone. The reliability of the scale was assessed by using corrected item-total correlations and Cronbach’s alpha. Construct validity of the scale was assessed by using confirmatory factor analysis and predictive validity by using t-tests. Multiple linear regression analyses in a stepwise method (p for removal was set at 0.1 and p for entry was set at .05) was performed in order to find variables independently associated with IIFAS total score. Results: The mean IIFAS score was 70.0 (SD=7.6). The corrected item-total correlation ranged from 0.22 to 0.51. Cronbach’s alpha was equal to 0.71. The confirmatory factor analysis indicated an adequate fit of the one-factor model. Concerning the predictive validity of IIFAS it was significant for breastfeeding at six months. The mean IIFAS score was significantly greater (p=0.001) for women that had exclusive breastfeeding at six months (mean (SD): 68.4(6.6)) as compared with those that did not (mean (SD): 64.0(7.5)). Higher IIFAS scores were found in older women, with higher educational level and in those that had breastfed children in their social environment. Conclusion: The Greek version of the IIFAS demonstrated satisfying reliability and validity for measuring women’s infant feeding attitudes in the Greek context. Also, the results of the present study provide further evidence of the international applicability of the IIFAS.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Maria Iliadou
- Department of Nursing, Laboratory of Integrated Health Care, Faculty of Human Movement and Quality of Life Sciences, University of Peloponnese, Sparti, Greece.,Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care Sciences, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece
| | - Katerina Lykeridou
- Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care Sciences, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece
| | - Panagiotis Prezerakos
- Department of Nursing, Laboratory of Integrated Health Care, Faculty of Human Movement and Quality of Life Sciences, University of Peloponnese, Sparti, Greece
| | - Chara Tzavara
- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Centre for Health Services Research, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
| | - Styliani G Tziaferi
- Department of Nursing, Laboratory of Integrated Health Care, Faculty of Human Movement and Quality of Life Sciences, University of Peloponnese, Sparti, Greece
| |
Collapse
|
131
|
Yao Y, Lin C, He Q, Gao H, Jin L, Zheng X. Ultrasound-guided bilateral superficial cervical plexus blocks enhance the quality of recovery in patients undergoing thyroid cancer surgery: A randomized controlled trial. J Clin Anesth 2019; 61:109651. [PMID: 31761416 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2019.109651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2019] [Revised: 08/25/2019] [Accepted: 11/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
STUDY OBJECTIVE Regional anesthesia can improve postoperative analgesia and enhance the quality of recovery (QoR) after surgery. This trial evaluates the effects of ultrasound-guided bilateral superficial cervical plexus block (SCPB) on QoR in patients undergoing thyroid cancer surgery. DESIGN Prospective, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial. SETTING Operating room. PATIENTS Seventy-four ASA I-II female patients scheduled for thyroid cancer surgery were included to the study. INTERVENTIONS Patients were randomly allocated to receive pre-operative ultrasound-guided bilateral SCPB with 10 ml of ropivacaine 0.5% or normal saline on each side. MEASUREMENTS The primary endpoint was the quality of recovery, which was assessed using the 15-item quality of recovery questionnaire (QoR-15). Secondary endpoints were acute postoperative pain, time to first rescue analgesia, the number of patients requiring rescue analgesia, length of post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) stay, the incidence of postoperative nausea or vomiting (PONV) and dizziness, and patient satisfaction. MAIN RESULTS The global QoR-15 score at 24 h postoperatively was significantly higher in the SCPB group (Median [IQR], 118 [115-120]) than the control group (110 [106-112]) with a median difference of 8 (95% CI: 6 to 10, P < .001). Compared with the control group, pre-operative ultrasound-guided bilateral SCPB reduced postoperative pain up to 24 h and the incidence of PONV, as well as the length of PACU stay. Additionally, the patient satisfaction scores were improved in the SCPB group (P = .024). CONCLUSION Pre-operative ultrasound-guided bilateral SCPB with ropivacaine enhances the quality of recovery, postoperative analgesia and patient satisfaction, alleviates the incidence of PONV, and accelerates the PACU discharge following thyroid cancer surgery.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yusheng Yao
- Department of Anesthesiology, Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, China
| | - Cailing Lin
- Department of Oncological Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian, China
| | - Qiaolan He
- Department of Anesthesiology, Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, China
| | - Hongxin Gao
- Department of Anesthesiology, Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, China
| | - Lufen Jin
- Department of Anesthesiology, Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, China
| | - Xiaochun Zheng
- Department of Anesthesiology, Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, China; Department of Anesthesiology, Fujian Provincial Hospital & Fujian Provincial Emergency Center, Fuzhou, Fujian, China.
| |
Collapse
|
132
|
Ghroubi S, El Fani N, Elarem S, Alila S, Ben Ayed H, Borgi O, Chmak J, Elleuch MH. Arabic (Tunisian) translation and validation of the Urogenital Distress Inventory short form (UDI-6) and Incontinence Impact Questionnaire short form (IIQ-7). Arab J Urol 2019; 18:27-33. [PMID: 32082631 PMCID: PMC7006668 DOI: 10.1080/2090598x.2019.1678000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2019] [Accepted: 09/02/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Objective: To translate and validate an Arabic (Tunisian) version of the Urogenital Distress Inventory short form (UDI-6) and Incontinence Impact Questionnaire short form (IIQ-7), which can be used reliably in daily practice and clinical research for Tunisian and Arabic populations. Patients and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from January to June 2018. The UDI-6 assesses the presence of urinary incontinence (UI) and the degree of impairment that it causes, whilst the IIQ-7 evaluates women's life quality with lower urinary tract symptoms. As UI is a relatively common condition in middle-aged and older women these tools are utilised worldwide. The Arabic (Tunisian) translation and cultural adaptation of the UDI-6 and IIQ-7 was achieved via the forward/backward method and comprehension test within a group of 15 patients. Psychometric validation included testing the questionnaire on a group of 35 patients. Intra-rater reliability was evaluated by calculation of the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for each item of the questionnaires. Cronbach's α was used to assess internal consistency. The International Consultation on Incontinence Modular Questionnaire short form (ICIQ-SF), in its Arabic version, was used as the 'gold standard'. Results: For the UDI-6, the ICC was 0.98 demonstrating excellent intra-rater reliability and Cronbach's α was 0.99 (>0.9), confirming an excellent correlation between the different items. Internal consistency (Cronbach's α 0.99) and test-retest reliability of the IIQ-7 (ICC 0.98) were very good. For both questionnaires, the κ values for each item ranged from 0.77 to 0.96. Conclusions: We found that the UDI-6 and IIQ-7 questionnaires were valid tools that can be used reliably in daily practice and clinical research for Tunisian and Arabic women with UI. Abbreviations: ICC: intraclass correlation coefficient; ICIQ-SF: Incontinence Modular Questionnaire short form; IIQ-7: Incontinence Impact Questionnaire short form; QoL: quality of life; UDI-6: Urogenital Distress Inventory short form; UI: urinary incontinence.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sameh Ghroubi
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Nedra El Fani
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Soumaya Elarem
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Samar Alila
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Houda Ben Ayed
- Department of Epidemiology and Community Medicine, Hedi Chaker University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Ons Borgi
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Jihen Chmak
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| | - Mohamed Habib Elleuch
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Habib Bourguiba University Hospital, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
| |
Collapse
|
133
|
Sharma S, Breckons M, Brönnimann Lambelet B, Chung J, List T, Lobbezoo F, Nixdorf DR, Oyarzo JF, Peck C, Tsukiyama Y, Ohrbach R. Challenges in the clinical implementation of a biopsychosocial model for assessment and management of orofacial pain. J Oral Rehabil 2019; 47:87-100. [DOI: 10.1111/joor.12871] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2019] [Revised: 07/18/2019] [Accepted: 08/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Sonia Sharma
- Department of Oral Diagnostic Sciences, School of Dental Medicine University at Buffalo Buffalo NY USA
- Department of Orofacial Pain and Jaw Function, Faculty of Odontology Malmö University Malmö Sweden
| | | | - Ben Brönnimann Lambelet
- Psychiatric Services of District Aargau Ambulatory Center for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Aarau Switzerland
| | - Jin‐Woo Chung
- Department of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis, School of Dentistry Seoul National University Seoul Korea
| | - Thomas List
- Department of Orofacial Pain and Jaw Function, Faculty of Odontology Malmö University Malmö Sweden
| | - Frank Lobbezoo
- Department of Orofacial Pain and Dysfunction, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA) University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Amsterdam The Netherlands
| | - Donald R. Nixdorf
- Division of TMD and Orofacial Pain, School of Dentistry University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN USA
| | - Juan Fernando Oyarzo
- TMD and Orofacial Pain, Faculty of Odontology Universidad Andres Bello Santiago Chile
| | - Christopher Peck
- Faculty of Dentistry The University of Sydney Surry Hills NSW Australia
| | - Yoshihiro Tsukiyama
- Section of Dental Education, Faculty of Dental Science Kyushu University Fukuoka Japan
| | - Richard Ohrbach
- Department of Oral Diagnostic Sciences, School of Dental Medicine University at Buffalo Buffalo NY USA
| |
Collapse
|
134
|
Riyahi A, Rassafiani M, Nobakht Z, Abdolrazaghi H, Moradzadeh R. Validity and reliability of the Persian version of the Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERAPY AND REHABILITATION 2019. [DOI: 10.12968/ijtr.2017.0176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
Abstract
Background/AimsThe ability to eat and drink is the most important factor in health, survival and longevity. Children with cerebral palsy can suffer from severe dysphagia, which can lead to a high risk of aspiration and choking. As classifying eating and drinking ability in children with cerebral palsy is important in research and treatment, the aim of this study was to determine the cross-cultural validation and reliability of the Persian version of the Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System.MethodsAfter translation procedures, the face validity, content validity, test–retest reliability and interrater reliability of the Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System were evaluated. In total, 130 parents of children with cerebral palsy and 34 therapists participated in the evaluation of the scale's reliability. The 73 boys and 57 girls with cerebral palsy were aged 3–20 years (mean age 4.4 years) and had various types of cerebral palsy. They were classified according to the Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System by both their parents and the therapists.ResultsThe overall results indicated that the words and sentences used were simple, clear, understandable, relevant and necessary. The intraclass correlation coefficients for test–retest reliability for parents, occupational therapists and speech therapists were 0.98, 0.98 and 0.995, respectively. The interrater reliability between parents and occupational therapists was 0.96, between parents and speech therapists was 0.95, and between occupational therapists and speech therapists was 0.985.ConclusionsThe Persian version of the Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System seems to be valid and reliable. This system may be used to evaluate children with cerebral palsy.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Azade Riyahi
- Instructor, Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
| | - Mehdi Rassafiani
- Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy Department, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Health Science Center, Kuwait University, Kuwait
| | - Zahra Nobakht
- Assistant Professor, Pediatric Neurorehabilitation Research Center, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Hosseinali Abdolrazaghi
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
| | - Rahmatollah Moradzadeh
- Assistant Professor, Department of Epidemiology, School of Health, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
135
|
Moeijes J, van Busschbach JT, Bosscher RJ, Twisk JWR. Sports participation and health-related quality of life: a longitudinal observational study in children. Qual Life Res 2019; 28:2453-2469. [PMID: 31161332 PMCID: PMC6698265 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-019-02219-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/27/2019] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE In this study, longitudinal associations between sports participation and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) were explored. Sports participation was operationalized as membership of a sports club, frequency of sports participation, performing individual versus team sports and performing indoor versus outdoor sports. The concept of HRQoL referred to the self-perceived enjoyment and satisfaction with one's personal health situation. METHODS Data from 618 fourth-grade primary school children were included at baseline; 10-13 months later, 417 children (response rate 67.5%) were retained. At both time points, children reported on sports participation (Move and Sports Monitor Questionnaire-youth aged 8-12 years) and health-related quality of life (KIDSCREEN-52). Because of the clustering of children in schools, data were analysed using linear mixed models. Analyses were adjusted for sex, age, BMI, household composition, SES and frequency of sports participation. RESULTS The questionnaires were fully completed by 417 children. High sports-active children showed better scores on almost all dimensions of HRQoL than moderate [difference (B) = - 1.82 (p = 0.05) to - 1.51 (p = 0.05)] or low ports-active children [difference (B) = - 3.67 (p < 0.001) to - 1.95 (p = 0.03)] and non-sports club members [difference (B) = - 5.58 (p < 0.001) to - 2.65 (p = 0.02)]. Unlike frequency, the other examined characteristics of sports participation were only to a limited extent longitudinal associated with HRQoL. CONCLUSION As frequency is more relevant than the form of sports participation, children should be encouraged to perform any kind of sports activity on a very regular base.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Janet Moeijes
- Department of Human Movement and Education, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, 8017 CA Zwolle, The Netherlands
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT Amsterdam, The Netherlands
| | - Jooske T. van Busschbach
- Department of Human Movement and Education, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, 8017 CA Zwolle, The Netherlands
- University Center for Psychiatry, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, P.O. Box 30001, 9700 RB Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Ruud J. Bosscher
- Department of Human Movement and Education, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, 8017 CA Zwolle, The Netherlands
| | - Jos W. R. Twisk
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT Amsterdam, The Netherlands
| |
Collapse
|
136
|
Validation of the English Basal and Squamous Cell Carcinoma Quality of Life (BaSQoL) Questionnaire. Dermatol Surg 2019; 46:327-334. [PMID: 31397784 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000002046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Keratinocyte carcinomas (KC) impact patient quality of life (QoL). There is a need for validated QoL instruments specific to KC. The Basal and Squamous Cell Carcinoma QoL (BaSQoL) questionnaire was developed to comprehensively measure issues of importance to patients with KC. OBJECTIVE To validate and characterize the BaSQoL questionnaire for QoL measurement after diagnosis and treatment of KC. METHODS This was a prospective, observational study. Patients with basal cell carcinoma (BCC) or squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) were asked to fill out BaSQoL, Skin Cancer Index (SCI), and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) questionnaires. Descriptive statistics and classical test theory were used to assess validity. RESULTS One hundred eighty-seven subjects enrolled in this study: 122 with BCC and 65 with SCC. One hundred seventy-one subjects (91.4%) completed questionnaires at all 3 time points; 16 patients (8.6%) were lost to follow-up. Overall performance using classical test theory was good, with good internal consistency (Cronbach's α 0.63-0.80). BaSQoL subscales were strongly correlated with subscales of the SCI, demonstrating convergent validity, and weakly correlated with HADS, showing divergent validity. CONCLUSION The English language version of BaSQoL has good face, content, and construct validity. This study validates BaSQoL for use in English-speaking patients with BCC and SCC.
Collapse
|
137
|
Sakar H, Mahtab AK, Farshad S, Fahimeh T, Mirzadeh FS, Hossien F. Validation Study: The Iranian Version of Caregiver Abuse Screen (CASE) among Family Caregivers of Elderly with Dementia. JOURNAL OF GERONTOLOGICAL SOCIAL WORK 2019; 62:649-662. [PMID: 31314705 DOI: 10.1080/01634372.2019.1640824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2018] [Revised: 07/03/2019] [Accepted: 07/03/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
Abstract
Since abuse screening is difficult among the elderly with dementia, detection of elder abuse is a serious issue; meanwhile, the number of available tools to assess elder abuse by caregivers is limited. The aim was to evaluate validity and reliability of the Iranian version Caregiver Abuse Screen (CASE) tool. After the translating process of the tool to the Farsi language for 236 dementia participants ≥60 years old and their informal caregivers' from outpatient' clinics, in a cross-sectional method then the validity, reliability and factorial structure of the CASE was evaluated. The translated Iranian version CASE reveals a good psychometric property (α = 0.868) with strong internal consistency and reliability. Some variables (depression, burden, dementia intensity, and ADLs) were associated with abuse in dementia elderly. The two-factor structure was obtained in exploratory factor analysis labeled interpersonal abuse and neglect. Generally, the Iranian version of CASE approved with sufficient validity and reliability as a suitable instrument to find the risk of elder abuse among dementia caregivers.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Hormozi Sakar
- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
| | - Alizadeh-Khoei Mahtab
- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
- Gerontology & Geriatric Department, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
| | - Sharifi Farshad
- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
| | - Taati Fahimeh
- Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
| | - Fatemeh Sadat Mirzadeh
- Gerontology & Geriatric Department, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
| | - Fakhrzadeh Hossien
- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
| |
Collapse
|
138
|
Hormozi S, Alizadeh-Khoei M, Sharifi F, Taati F, Aminalroaya R, Fadaee S, Angooti-Oshnari L, Saghebi H. Iranian Version of Barthel Index: Validity and Reliability in Outpatients' Elderly. Int J Prev Med 2019; 10:130. [PMID: 31516671 PMCID: PMC6710921 DOI: 10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_579_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2019] [Accepted: 04/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: Validation study of Barthel Index for elderly patients being attended in outpatient and rehabilitation clinics in Iran. Methods: Face-to-face interview with 395 out patients geriatric 60+ years was done in a cross-sectional study. The internal consistency Barthel-ADL was used to approve reliability. Criterion validity and factor analysis were used to verify validity. Results: Reliability the Iranian version BI was significant at 0.938. In criterion validity analysis, the high correlation tools included Functional Ambulation Category (FAC) and Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM-subscales ADL) at 0.947 and –0.945, respectively. In factor analyses, two domains obtained, the variance of 10 items achieved 69.79%; also, the Item Total Correlation (ITC) of each item was measured. Conclusions: The Barthel Index shows a good validity and reliability, and recommended to use in the Iranian geriatric outpatients in evaluating physical ability.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sakar Hormozi
- Department of Elderly Health Research, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Mahtab Alizadeh-Khoei
- Department of Elderly Health Research, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Gerontology and Geriatric, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Farshad Sharifi
- Department of Elderly Health Research, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Fahimeh Taati
- Department of Elderly Health Research, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Reyhaneh Aminalroaya
- Department of Gerontology and Geriatric, Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Sadegh Fadaee
- Department of Elderly Health Research, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Leila Angooti-Oshnari
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Shohada Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Homan Saghebi
- Department of Elderly Health Research, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
139
|
Bjorner JB. State of the psychometric methods: comments on the ISOQOL SIG psychometric papers. J Patient Rep Outcomes 2019; 3:49. [PMID: 31359221 PMCID: PMC6663952 DOI: 10.1186/s41687-019-0134-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2019] [Accepted: 06/19/2019] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Psychometric analyses of patient reported outcomes typically use either classical test theory (CTT), item response theory (IRT), or Rasch measurement theory (RTM). The three papers from the ISOQOL Psychometrics SIG examined the same data set using the tree different approaches. By comparing the results from these papers, the current paper aims to examine the extent to which conclusions about the validity and reliability of a PRO tool depends on the selected psychometric approach. MAIN TEXT Regarding the basic statistical model, IRT and RTM are relatively similar but differ notably from CTT. However, modern applications of CTT diminish these differences. In analyses of item discrimination, CTT and IRT gave very similar results, while RTM requires equal discrimination and therefore suggested exclusion of items deviating too much from this requirement. Thus, fewer items fitted the Rasch model. In analyses of item thresholds (difficulty), IRT and RMT provided fairly similar results. Item thresholds are typically not evaluated in CTT. Analyses of local dependence showed only moderate agreement between methods, partly due to different thresholds for important local dependence. Analyses of differential item function (DIF) showed good agreement between IRT and RMT. Agreement might be further improved by adjusting the thresholds for important DIF. Analyses of measurement precision across the score range showed high agreement between IRT and RMT methods. CTT assumes constant measurement precision throughout the score range and thus gave different results. Category orderings were examined in RMT analyses by checking for reversed thresholds. However, this approach is controversial within the RMT society. The same issue can be examined by the nominal categories IRT model. CONCLUSIONS While there are well-known differences between CTT, IRT and RMT, the comparison between three actual analyses revealed a great deal of agreement between the results from the methods. If the undogmatic attitude of the three current papers is maintained, the field will be well served.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jakob B Bjorner
- Optum Patient Insights, Johnston, USA.
- Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark.
| |
Collapse
|
140
|
Salehimanesh F, Soltani M, Dastoorpoor M, Moradi N. Factor Analysis of the Persian Version of the Voice Disability Coping Questionnaire. J Voice 2019; 34:965.e1-965.e11. [PMID: 31324431 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvoice.2019.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2019] [Revised: 06/04/2019] [Accepted: 06/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Voice disorders can affect the quality of life and coping mechanisms and also coping mechanisms can affect the way in which patients deal with their voice problems. People with voice disorders need to use coping strategies to deal with the problems caused by their voice disorder. The purpose of this study was to examine the psychometric properties and cultural adaptation of the Voice Disability Coping Questionnaire in the Iranian population. METHODS The translation and cross-cultural adaptation procedures were performed according to the basic rules and instructions set by the International Quality of Life Assessment Project. Two hundred and forty-eight adults (218 patients with voice disorder and 30 healthy controls) were participated in the study. Face and content validity, clinical validity, and construct validity of the questionnaire were investigated by modern psychometric methods. RESULTS Quantitative methods were used to measure content validity and all items were detected applicable. This means that the final version was clear and easy to answer. Clinical validity shows that the Persian version of VDCQ can distinguish between patients and healthy controls (P < 0.001). The construct validity of the VDCQ was tested in a cross-sectional study. The questionnaire was analyzed by exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. Investigation of initial communality and after extraction of factors by Varimax rotation method showed that the share of items for all items in the questionnaire except item 12, is higher than 0.5. Therefore, item 12 should be removed from the questionnaire (Table 3). Based on the confirmatory factor analysis model, items 2 and 10, whose factor load were less than 0.4, were excluded from the questionnaire (Fig. 1). For reliability the Cronbach's alpha coefficient and ICC were obtained as 0.82 and 0.99, respectively. The results of studying the role of items in the reliability of the VDCQ showed that all items increase internal consistency. CONCLUSION Based on modern statistical analysis conducted in this study, the original 15 item questionnaire was reduced to 12 item. The 12 item questionnaire is a valid and reliable tool for quantifying coping strategies in people with voice disorder.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Farzaneh Salehimanesh
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
| | - Majid Soltani
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Speech Therapy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
| | - Maryam Dastoorpoor
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Menopause Andropause Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
| | - Negin Moradi
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Speech Therapy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
| |
Collapse
|
141
|
Rapkin BD, Schwartz CE. Advancing quality-of-life research by deepening our understanding of response shift: a unifying theory of appraisal. Qual Life Res 2019; 28:2623-2630. [PMID: 31321672 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-019-02248-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/09/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Studies of response-shift phenomena in quality-of-life (QOL) research have grown steadily in the more than two decades of research. As a field, we have been calling a lot of different approaches "response shift" over the years, but the only approach that fully embodies the foundational (Sprangers and Schwartz, Soc Sci Med 48(11):1507-1515, 1999) theoretical model is appraisal. According to the definition proposed in this model, response shift is about individual cognitive change. This paper presents the argument that all response-shift research models need to be grounded in an understanding of cognitive appraisal. We present a reasoned argument for why appraisal is fundamental to QOL response-shift research. We describe current measurement and analytic methods for working with appraisal, and how these methods can be integrated into the current response-shift statistical 'tool box.' We propose future research directions on theory, methods, and cross-calibration of group- and individual-level methods. There are currently three tools available in multiple languages for assessing QOL appraisal processes. They have been tested and used to assess response shift in empirical studies of ~ 7000 people with chronic illness. The study findings illustrate how appraisal theory and methods can facilitate methodological investigations of and to enhance other response-shift detection methods. Future research directions are proposed to enrich QOL theory, response-shift methods, and interpretation of QOL change over time. Appraisal theory and methods are the closest approximation to a response-shift 'gold standard.' They provide the foundation for understanding response shift and point to a unified theory of QOL.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Bruce D Rapkin
- Division of Community Collaboration & Implementation Science, Department of Epidemiology and Population Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, USA
| | - Carolyn E Schwartz
- DeltaQuest Foundation, Inc., 31 Mitchell Road, Concord, MA, USA.
- Departments of Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery, Tufts University Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
142
|
Arrebola LS, Campos TVDO, Smith T, Pereira AL, Pinfildi CE. Translation, cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Norwich Patellar Instability score for use in Brazilian Portuguese. SAO PAULO MED J 2019; 137:148-154. [PMID: 31314875 PMCID: PMC9721228 DOI: 10.1590/1516-3180.2018.0393280119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2019] [Accepted: 01/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The Norwich Patellar Instability (NPI) score is a tool for evaluating the impact of patellofemoral instability on joint function. It has not been translated or culturally adapted for the Brazilian population before. OBJECTIVE This study had the aims of translating and culturally adapting the NPI score for use in Brazilian Portuguese and subsequently assessing its validity for this population. DESIGN AND SETTING Translation, cross-cultural adaptation and validation study conducted at the State Public Servants' Institute of São Paulo, Brazil. METHODS Sixty patients of both sexes (aged 16-40 years) with diagnoses of patellar dislocation were recruited. The translation and cultural adaptation were undertaken through translation into Brazilian Portuguese and back-translation to English by an independent translator. Face validity was assessed by a committee of experts and by 20 patients. Concurrent validity was assessed through comparing the Brazilian Portuguese NPI score with the Brazilian Portuguese versions of the Lysholm knee score and the Kujala patellofemoral disorder score among the other 40 patients. Correlation analysis between the three scores was performed using Pearson correlation coefficients with significance levels of P < 0.05. RESULTS The Brazilian Portuguese version of the NPI score showed moderate correlation with the Brazilian Portuguese versions of the Lysholm score (r = -0.56; 95% confidence interval, CI: -0.74 to -0.30; P < 0.01) and Kujala score (r = -0.57; 95% CI: -0.75 to -0.31; P < 0.01). CONCLUSION The Brazilian Portuguese version of the NPI score is a validated tool for assessing patient-reported patellar instability for the Brazilian population.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lucas Simões Arrebola
- PT, MSc. Doctoral Student, Department of Human Movement Sciences, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), Baixada Santista Campus, Santos (SP), and Physical Therapist, Department of Physical Therapy, Instituto de Assistência Médica ao Servidor Público Estadual (IAMSPE), São Paulo (SP), Brazil.
| | - Túlio Vinícius de Oliveira Campos
- MD, PhD. Professor and Physician, Department of Orthopedics, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte (MG), Brazil.
| | - Toby Smith
- PhD. Researcher, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom.
| | - André Lourenço Pereira
- MD. Orthopedic Surgery Residency Student, Department of Orthopedics, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte (MG), Brazil.
| | - Carlos Eduardo Pinfildi
- PT, PhD. Professor, Department of Human Movement Sciences, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), Baixada Santista Campus, Santos (SP), Brazil.
| |
Collapse
|
143
|
Rezaee S, Jalali M, Babaee T, Kamali M. Reliability and Concurrent Validity of a Culturally Adapted Persian Version of the Brace Questionnaire in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis. Spine Deform 2019; 7:553-558. [PMID: 31202370 DOI: 10.1016/j.jspd.2018.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2018] [Revised: 10/06/2018] [Accepted: 10/14/2018] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
Abstract
STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional. OBJECTIVES To determine the validity and reliability of culturally adapted Persian version of the Brace Questionnaire (P-BrQ). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA The BrQ has proved to be a reliable and valid instrument for evaluating the quality of life of adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis and has been translated to different languages. But, lack of a Persian translated version makes its use impractical in the Persian speaking scoliotic patients. METHODS Forward and backward translation of P-BrQ was conducted according to the International Quality of Life Assessment guidelines. The final version of the P-BrQ was administered to 51 adolescents (1 boy and 50 girls) with idiopathic scoliosis. The mean age of the participants was 13.88 ± 2.14 years. The questionnaire's internal consistency was determined using Cronbach's alpha. A subgroup of 38 participants were randomly selected to complete the BrQ for a second time one week later. The test-retest reliability was then analyzed using the intraclass correlation coefficient, while the concurrent validity was assessed by comparing the BrQ with the Scoliosis Research Society-22 questionnaire. RESULTS The total Cronbach's alpha coefficient of the P-BrQ was 0.96, and the overall intraclass correlation coefficient of the questionnaire was also 0.96. The intraclass correlation coefficients for the corresponding domains were as follows: general health perception, 0.96; physical functioning, 0.96; emotional functioning, 0.98; self-esteem, 0.80; vitality, 0.97; school activity, 0.98; pain, 0.97; and social functioning, 0.98. CONCLUSIONS The culturally adapted Persian version of the BrQ can be used to assess the quality of life of adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis who wear a brace. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sedighe Rezaee
- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Madadkaran Avenue, Shahnazari St., Madar square, Mirdamad Blvd., Tehran, Iran
| | - Maryam Jalali
- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Madadkaran Avenue, Shahnazari St., Madar square, Mirdamad Blvd., Tehran, Iran.
| | - Taher Babaee
- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Madadkaran Avenue, Shahnazari St., Madar square, Mirdamad Blvd., Tehran, Iran
| | - Mohammad Kamali
- Rehabilitation Research Center, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Madadkaran Avenue, Shahnazari St., Madar square, Mirdamad Blvd., Tehran, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
144
|
Creation and Initial Validation of a Picture-Based Version of the Limitations of Activity Domain of the SF-36. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2019; 98:937-941. [PMID: 31246613 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000001256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Abstract
Those with limited language comprehension or literacy face problems completing written questionnaires evaluating their health or physical status on which treatment plans are based. This brief report describes how a picture-based version of the 10 items in the limitations of activities section of the short form 36 health survey questionnaire (SF-36) was developed iteratively and then piloted. Study participants were 101 community-living volunteers (58 female and 43 male volunteers aged 18-93 yrs) educated to postsecondary level (52), high school grades 10-12 (44), and grade 9 or less (5). They first completed the picture-based SF-36 LoA and described verbally and in writing what they understood each picture to mean and then completed the English text version of the SF-36 limitations of physical activities domain for comparison assessment. Additional feedback suggested where pictures could be altered to increase information capture. Subjects rated their health as 26.7% excellent, 25.7% very good, 29.8% good, 10.9% fair, and 6.9% poor. Analysis showed strong correlation between text-based SF-36 LoA questions and the picture-based visual score-VSF-36 LoA-(intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.98) with question 10 correlating highest (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.90) and question 2 lowest (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.82). The VSF-36 LoA is the first picture-based version of the SF-36; good correlation with the text-based version and global need warrants further development to aid those with limited literacy or language comprehension.
Collapse
|
145
|
Al Maqbali M, Dunwoody L, Rankin J, Hacker E, Hughes C, Gracey J. Psychometric properties and cultural adaptation of sleep disturbance measures in Arabic-speaking populations: A systematic review. J Sleep Res 2019; 29:e12877. [PMID: 31180174 DOI: 10.1111/jsr.12877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2019] [Revised: 04/26/2019] [Accepted: 04/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
Abstract
The aim of this review was to evaluate the psychometric properties and cross-cultural adaptation of sleep disturbance scales that have been translated into Arabic or originally developed in Arabic, and to identify appropriate scales that can be used in research and clinical practice intended for Arabic-speaking participants. The following databases were searched: CINAHL (2003-2019), MEDLINE (1946-2019), EMBASE (1980-2019), PsycINFO (1806-2019) and Cochrane Library (1806-2019). This review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Terwee et al. (J. Clin. Epidemiol., 60, 2007, 34) quality assessment was used to evaluate the psychometric properties of the studies, and cross-cultural adaptation was assessed using criteria from Guillemin, Bombardier, and Beaton (J. Clin. Epidemiol., 46, 1993, 1417). Seven studies met the inclusion criteria, which included four scales: the Epworth Sleepiness Scale, Insomnia Severity Index, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and Arabic Scale of Insomnia. Cross-cultural adaptations scored between good and poor; psychometric properties information was missing for most scales. The review suggested that Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index may be a useful scale to measure sleep disturbance, as the scale showed good cultural adaptation and acceptable psychometric properties in an Arabic population. Furthermore, the scales measure seven different aspects of sleep quality. This review provides options to help researchers and clinicians select the most appropriate instrument for their practice. Further psychometric testing and cultural adaptation is required for sleep scales used in Arabic clinical populations to ensure validity and reliability in outcome measurement for research studies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mohammed Al Maqbali
- Institute of Nursing and Health Research, Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK
| | - Lynn Dunwoody
- Psychology Research Institute, Ulster University, Coleraine, UK
| | - Jane Rankin
- Physiotherapy Department, Cancer Centre, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Belfast, UK
| | - Eileen Hacker
- School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, USA
| | - Ciara Hughes
- Institute of Nursing and Health Research, Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK
| | - Jackie Gracey
- Institute of Nursing and Health Research, Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK
| |
Collapse
|
146
|
Chen Y, Daughters SB, Thissen D, Salcedo S, Anand D, Chen LH, Liang H, Niu X, Su L. Cultural Differences in Environmental Reward Across Individuals in China, Taiwan, and the United States. JOURNAL OF PSYCHOPATHOLOGY AND BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s10862-019-09743-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
|
147
|
Steiner TJ, Jensen R, Katsarava Z, Linde M, MacGregor EA, Osipova V, Paemeleire K, Olesen J, Peters M, Martelletti P. Aids to management of headache disorders in primary care (2nd edition) : on behalf of the European Headache Federation and Lifting The Burden: the Global Campaign against Headache. J Headache Pain 2019; 20:57. [PMID: 31113373 PMCID: PMC6734476 DOI: 10.1186/s10194-018-0899-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 163] [Impact Index Per Article: 32.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2018] [Accepted: 07/31/2018] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
Abstract
The Aids to Management are a product of the Global Campaign against Headache, a worldwide programme of action conducted in official relations with the World Health Organization. Developed in partnership with the European Headache Federation, they update the first edition published 11 years ago.The common headache disorders (migraine, tension-type headache and medication-overuse headache) are major causes of ill health. They should be managed in primary care, firstly because their management is generally not difficult, and secondly because they are so common. These Aids to Management, with the European principles of management of headache disorders in primary care as the core of their content, combine educational materials with practical management aids. They are supplemented by translation protocols, to ensure that translations are unchanged in meaning from the English-language originals.The Aids to Management may be individually downloaded and, as is the case for all products of the Global Campaign against Headache, are available without restriction for non-commercial use.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- T. J. Steiner
- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Edvard Griegs Gate, Trondheim, Norway
- Division of Brain Sciences, Imperial College London, London, UK
| | - R. Jensen
- Danish Headache Centre, Department of Neurology, University of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet Glostrup, Glostrup, Denmark
| | - Z. Katsarava
- Department of Neurology, Evangelical Hospital Unna, Unna, Germany
- Medical Faculty, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
| | - M. Linde
- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Edvard Griegs Gate, Trondheim, Norway
- Norwegian Advisory Unit on Headache, St. Olavs Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
| | - E. A. MacGregor
- Centre for Neuroscience and Trauma, Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, London, UK
| | - V. Osipova
- Research Department of Neurology, First “I. Sechenov” Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russian Federation
- Research Center for Neuropsychiatry, Moscow, Russian Federation
| | - K. Paemeleire
- Department of Neurology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
| | - J. Olesen
- Danish Headache Centre, Department of Neurology, University of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet Glostrup, Glostrup, Denmark
| | - M. Peters
- Health Services Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
| | - P. Martelletti
- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
- Regional Referral Headache Centre, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
148
|
Reivan-Ortiz G, Pineda-Garcia G, León-Parias BD. Psychometric Properties of The Goldberg Anxiety and Depression Scale (GADS) In Ecuadorian Population. Int J Psychol Res (Medellin) 2019; 12:41-48. [PMID: 32612786 PMCID: PMC7110168 DOI: 10.21500/20112084.3745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
Abstract
The objective of the present study was to analyze the psychometric properties of validity and reliability of the Goldberg Anxiety and Depression Scale (GADS) in Ecuadorian university students, since a cultural validation of the instrument has not been found in Ecuador. The study population consisted of a non-probabilistic sample of 600 participants (59.6% women and 40.4% men, M = 21 years, SD = 2.82). The factorial structure was examined with the method of extraction by Parallel Analysis of unweighted least squares (ULS) and of prominent rotation. In both, internal consistency was evaluated by Cronbach's alpha coefficients and composite reliability. Like the original version, both subscales have a factorial structure of one dimension and are considered good in terms of reliability, which concludes that the scale meets the criteria of validity and reliability in Ecuador.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Geovanny Reivan-Ortiz
- . Universidad de Palermo, Argentina. Universidad Católica de Cuenca, Ecuador. Universidad de Palermo Universidad de Palermo Argentina
| | - Gisela Pineda-Garcia
- . Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, México. Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Mexico
| | - Bello Darío León-Parias
- . Universidad de Antioquia, Colombia. Universidad de Antioquia Universidad de Antioquia Colombia
| |
Collapse
|
149
|
Moeijes J, van Busschbach JT, Wieringa TH, Kone J, Bosscher RJ, Twisk JWR. Sports participation and health-related quality of life in children: results of a cross-sectional study. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2019; 17:64. [PMID: 30987637 PMCID: PMC6466683 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-019-1124-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2018] [Accepted: 03/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
Background In children physical activity has been shown to be associated with health-related quality of life (HRQoL). This study further explores this association for specific characteristics of sports participation, namely membership of a sports club, frequency of sports participation, performing individual versus team sports, performing indoor versus outdoor sports, while differentiating between specific dimensions in the physical, psychological and social domain of HRQoL. Methods Cross-sectional data were collected from Dutch primary school children aged 10 to 12 years. They completed the Movement and Sports Monitor Questionnaire Youth aged 8 to 12 years (MSMQ) and the KIDSCREEN-52, an HRQoL questionnaire for children and adolescents. The data were examined using linear multilevel analyses because of the clustering of children in schools. Results The questionnaires were completed by 1876 children (response rate 81.3%). Membership of a sports club, moderate or high frequency of sports participation, and performing outdoor sports were all significantly associated with better HRQoL. These associations were largely found in the physical domain of HRQoL, to a lesser degree in the social domain, and to a limited extent in the psychological domain. Conclusion The association between sports participation and HRQoL in children depends on both characteristics of sports participation and the domain of life that is concerned. These differences offer starting points for developing tailor-made sports programs for children. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12955-019-1124-y) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Janet Moeijes
- Department of Human Movement and Education, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, Zwolle, 8017CA, The Netherlands. .,Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam University Medical Centers (AMC and VUMC), Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
| | - Jooske T van Busschbach
- Department of Human Movement and Education, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, Zwolle, 8017CA, The Netherlands.,University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, P.O. Box 30001, 9700, RB, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Thomas H Wieringa
- Department of Medical Psychology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers (AMC and VUMC), Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081, BT, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
| | - Jordy Kone
- School of Health Care Studies, Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen, P.O. Box 30030, 9700, RM, Groningen, The Netherlands.,Department of Health and Welfare, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, Zwolle, 8017CA, The Netherlands
| | - Ruud J Bosscher
- Department of Human Movement and Education, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Campus 2-6, Zwolle, 8017CA, The Netherlands
| | - Jos W R Twisk
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam University Medical Centers (AMC and VUMC), Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
| |
Collapse
|
150
|
Cirovic D, Petronic I, Stojkovic J, Soldatovic I, Pavicevic P, Bizic M, Bokan-Mirkovic V, Knezevic T, Nikolic D. Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Quantitative Evaluation of Dysfunctional Voiding and Incontinence Scoring System in Pediatric Serbian Population. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 55:medicina55040100. [PMID: 30978997 PMCID: PMC6524058 DOI: 10.3390/medicina55040100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2019] [Revised: 03/21/2019] [Accepted: 04/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Abstract
Background and objective: Dysfunctional voiding (DV) presents relatively frequent problem in pediatric urologist practice. The necessity for implementation of DV evaluation in the pediatric population is of particular importance, since there is no clear consensus on the clinical assessment of such condition. The aims of our study were to evaluate the test/retest reliability and reproducibility of dysfunctional voiding and incontinence scoring system: Serbian version (DVISSSR) in patients with voiding and incontinence dysfunctions without structural deformities, and to estimate cut-off value for DVISSSR. Methods: The cross-sectional study included 57 children with voiding and incontinence dysfunctions and 30 healthy pediatric controls. For the evaluation of voiding and incontinence dysfunction we used DVISS. The forward–backward method was applied for translation of the DVISS questionnaire from English into Serbian language. Reproducibility was analyzed by Interclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC). Sensitivity and specificity of DVISSSR scores was done by receiver operating curve (ROC) curve. Results: There was a significant difference in DVISSSR score between patients and controls (p < 0.001). For reliability and reproducibility of the questionnaire, there was no significant difference between repeated measurements (p = 0.141), and strong reliability (ICC = 0.957; p < 0.001). Conclusion: We have demonstrated successful translation and validation of the DVISSSR score. Moreover, a reliable scoring system of children with voiding dysfunctions should include evaluations of symptom scoring systems at the multicentric level.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Dragana Cirovic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | - Ivana Petronic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | - Jasna Stojkovic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | - Ivan Soldatovic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | - Polina Pavicevic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
- Department of Radiology, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | - Marta Bizic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | | | - Tatjana Knezevic
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| | - Dejan Nikolic
- Faculty of Medicine, Unviersity of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Childrens Hospital, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
| |
Collapse
|