Validation of the Prolapse Quality of Life (P-QOL) questionnaire in Thai version

Introduction and hypothesis The aim of this study was to validate the Thai version of the Prolapse Quality of Life (P-QOL) questionnaire. Methods The P-QOL questionnaire was translated into Thai. Test–retest reliability and internal consistency were tested. All patients who visit the gynecologic out...

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Published in:International Urogynecology Journal 2010-08, Vol.21 (8), p.985-993
Main Authors: Manchana, Tarinee, Bunyavejchevin, Suvit
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Female
Gynecology
Humans
Language
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Middle Aged
Original Article
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - psychology
Quality of Life
Reproducibility of Results
Severity of Illness Index
Surveys and Questionnaires - standards
Thailand
Urology
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Summary:Introduction and hypothesis The aim of this study was to validate the Thai version of the Prolapse Quality of Life (P-QOL) questionnaire. Methods The P-QOL questionnaire was translated into Thai. Test–retest reliability and internal consistency were tested. All patients who visit the gynecologic outpatient clinic of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital between March 2008 and September 2009 completed the P-QOL questionnaires. Results One hundred fifteen patients with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse and 60 asymptomatic patients were included. There was a significant correlation between P-QOL domain scores and vaginal examination findings (POP-Q stage). A higher POP-Q stage and a higher impact on quality of life were detected in symptomatic patients. The total scores from all domains were significantly higher in symptomatic patients. Conclusion The Thai version of the P-QOL questionnaire is a valid, reliable, and simple instrument to assess the symptoms’ severity and the quality of life in Thai-speaking patients with pelvic organ prolapse.
ISSN:0937-3462
1433-3023
DOI:10.1007/s00192-010-1107-3