scholarly journals Evaluation of platelet-rich plasma on infraorbital dark circles by using the FACE-Q scales

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 224
Author(s):  
Kadri Ozer ◽  
Ozlem Colak
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Platelet Rich Plasma ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Psychological Function ◽  
Outcome Instrument ◽  
Post Procedure ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Difference

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Infraorbital dark circles, also referred to as idiopathic cutaneous hyperchromia of the orbital region, periorbital melanosis, periorbital hyperpigmentation or infraorbital pigmentation, is a common condition frequently observed in dark-skinned patients, but has little data in scientific literature. We aimed to discuss our results of PRP procedure in the treatment of infraorbital dark circles using objective scales based on patient satisfaction and the quality of life.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> Between 2016 and 2017, 9 patients complaining of infraorbital darkness were included who underwent 3 sessions of platelet-rich plasma injection. The outcome was determined by the difference in pre- and post- procedure FACE-Q modules which were designed as patient-reported outcome instrument to evaluate the unique outcomes of patients undergoing facial cosmetic procedures. Surveys conducted were modules of satisfaction with facial appearance, satisfaction with skin, psychological function, social function, aging appearance appraisal and satisfaction with outcome.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> All patients were followed up a minimum of 9 months. No major complications were recorded. Only transient ecchymosis and edema were seen in all patients who were improved during follow-up. The patient-reported FACE-Q satisfaction and FACE-Q quality of life pre- and post- procedure results showed statistically significant improvement (&lt;0.05). Overall satisfaction with outcome was 83.33±16.25 (range 63–100).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> PRP as a potent source of growth factors, can be seen as a safe, biocompatible, autologous and appropriate treatment modality for the dark eye circles formed in lower eye regions which can increase the quality of patients’ lives in terms of social and psychological function.</p>

scholarly journals Patient perception, satisfaction and cosmetic results of platelet-rich plasma in the treatment of acne scars: a patient-reported outcome of a non-surgical management

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 361
Author(s):  
Ozlem Colak ◽  
Kadri Ozer
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Platelet Rich Plasma ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Social Consequences ◽  
Outcome Instrument ◽  
Post Procedure ◽  
Acne Scars ◽  
Patient Reported

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Acne is a common skin condition of the pilosebaceous unit that is prevalent up to 80% of the adolescent population. Permanent, disfiguring scar is an unfortunate complication due to abnormal resolution following the damage during acne inflammation. Those troubling noticeable scars may lead to not only cosmetic problems but also psychological and social consequences which could impair the quality of life including diminished self-esteem and disruption of daily activities. We aimed to discuss our results of PRP procedure in the treatment of acne scars using scales based on patient satisfaction, perception and the quality of life.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> This study included 11 patients suffering from post-acne scars who underwent 3 sessions of platelet-rich plasma injection. The outcome was determined by the difference in pre- and post- procedure FACE-Q modules, dermatology life quality index (DLQI) and body image questionnaire (BIQ) which were designed as patient-reported outcome instrument to evaluate the unique outcomes of patients undergoing facial cosmetic procedures.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Overall satisfaction with outcome was 77.18±8.30 (range 63–87). No major complications such as hyper-/hypopigmentation, scar formation, infections, skin necrosis, nodulation, fibrosis, or calcification were recorded. All patients developed ecchymosis and edema in the treated area and all were improved during follow-up. The patient-reported FACE-Q satisfaction, FACE-Q quality of life, DQLI and BIQ scores of pre- and post- procedure showed statistically significant improvement (&lt;0.05).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> PRP can increase the quality of life in patients with acne scars in terms of social and psychological function without large damage to the skin.</p>

scholarly journals Validity and Reliability of the Thai Version of the Thyroid-Related Patient-Reported Outcome—A Thyroid-specific Quality of Life Questionnaire

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patorn Piromchai ◽  
Supachat Chaiudomsom ◽  
Pattaramon Wijakkanalan ◽  
Torquil Watt
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
The Face ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Benign Thyroid

Abstract Introduction The Thyroid-Related Patient-Reported Outcome (ThyPRO) is a new thyroid-specific quality of life patient-reported outcome measure for benign thyroid disorders. Objective The objective of this study was to investigate the face validity, internal consistency, and test-retest reliability of the Thai version of the ThyPRO (ThyPROth). Methods The translation of the ThyPRO questionnaire was performed using double forward translation, reconciliation, single backward translation, and cognitive debriefing, followed by a panel review. Five thyroid patients evaluated the face validity. The internal consistency and test-retest reliability were evaluated in 30 patients with thyroid diseases. Results The overall validity score was 3.75 (range 0–4). The Cronbach α coefficient ranged from 0.76 to 0.95, with a total coefficient of 0.97 (95% CI 0.962–0.959), indicating excellent internal consistency. The test-retest reliability coefficient ranged from 0.70 to 0.97. All values were 0.70 and above. The total reliability coefficient was 0.86 (95% CI 0.724–0.932), indicating excellent reliability. Conclusion The ThyPROth was found to be valid and to exhibit good internal consistency and test-retest reliability. The questionnaire is ready for implementation in the assessment of health-related quality of life in Thai patients with benign thyroid diseases.

Adaptation and cross-cultural validation of the Spanish version of the Thyroid-Related Quality-of-Life Patient-Reported Outcome (ThyPRO) questionnaire

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lleo Ana Maria Gonzalez ◽  
Mauro Boronat Cortes ◽  
Ulla Feldt-Rasmussen ◽  
Carlos Rodriguez Perez ◽  
AEse Krogh Rasmussen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Spanish Version ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Cultural Validation

scholarly journals An assessment of the use of patient reported outcome measurements (PROMs) in cancers of the pelvic abdominal cavity: identifying oncologic benefit and an evidence-practice gap in routine clinical practice

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Miss Charlotte L. Moss ◽  
Ajay Aggarwal ◽  
Asad Qureshi ◽  
Benjamin Taylor ◽  
Teresa Guerrero-Urbano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Abdominal Cavity ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Oncologic Outcomes ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Outcome Measurements ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Cancer Setting

Abstract Background Patient reported outcome measurements (PROMs) are emerging as an important component of patient management in the cancer setting, providing broad perspectives on patients’ quality of life and experience. The use of PROMs is, however, generally limited to the context of randomised control trials, as healthcare services are challenged to sustain high quality of care whilst facing increasing demand and financial shortfalls. We performed a systematic review of the literature to identify any oncological benefit of using PROMs and investigate the wider impact on patient experience, in cancers of the pelvic abdominal cavity specifically. Methods A systematic review of the literature was conducted using MEDLINE (Pubmed) and Ovid Gateway (Embase and Ovid) until April 2020. Studies investigating the oncological outcomes of PROMs were deemed suitable for inclusion. Results A total of 21 studies were included from 2167 screened articles. Various domains of quality of life (QoL) were identified as potential prognosticators for oncologic outcomes in cancers of the pelvic abdominal cavity, independent of other clinicopathological features of disease: 3 studies identified global QoL as a prognostic factor, 6 studies identified physical and role functioning, and 2 studies highlighted fatigue. In addition to improved outcomes, a number of included studies also reported that the use of PROMs enhanced both patient-clinician communication and patient satisfaction with care in the clinical setting. Conclusions This review highlights the necessity of routine collection of PROMs within the pelvic abdominal cancer setting to improve patient quality of life and outcomes.

Significance of patient-reported outcomes for occupational resumption and quality of life after cardiac rehabilitation

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Salzwedel ◽  
I Koran ◽  
E Langheim ◽  
A Schlitt ◽  
J Nothroff ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Performance ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome Measures ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Returning To Work

Abstract Introduction Comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs based on the bio-psycho-social approach of the international classification of functioning and disease are carried out to achieve improved prognosis, superior health-related quality of life (HRQL) and social integration. We aimed to identify predictors of returning to work (RTW) and HRQL among cardiovascular risk factors and physical performance as well as patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) modifiable during CR. Methods We designed a prospective observational multi-center study and enrolled 1,586 patients (2017/18) in 12 German rehabilitation centers regardless of their primary allocation diagnoses (e.g. acute myocardial infarction (AMI), coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular disease). Besides general data (e.g. age, gender, diagnoses), parameters of risk factor management (e.g. smoking, lipid profile, hypertension, lifestyle change motivation), physical performance (e.g. maximum exercise capacity, endurance training load, 6-min walking distance), and PROMs (e.g. depression, heart-focused anxiety, HRQL, subjective well-being, somatic and mental health, pain, general self-efficacy, pension desire as well as self-assessment of occupational prognosis using several questionnaires) were documented at CR admission and discharge. 6 months after discharge, status of RTW and HRQL (SF-12) were captured by a follow-up (FU) survey and analyzed in multivariable regression models with multiple imputation of missing values. Results Out of the study participants, 1,262 patients (54±7 years, 77% men) responded to the follow-up survey and could be analyzed regarding the outcome parameters. Most of them were assigned to CR primarily due to AMI (40%) or CAD without myocardial infarction (18%), followed by heart valve diseases in 12% of patients and CABG (8%). 864 patients (69%) returned to work within the follow-up period. Pension desire, negative self-assessed occupational prognosis, heart-focussed anxiety, major life events, smoking and heart failure were negatively associated with RTW, while higher endurance training load, HRQL and work stress were positively associated (Figure 1). HRQL after 6 months was determined more by PROMs (e.g. pension desire, heart-focused anxiety, physical/mental HRQL in SF-12, physical/mental health in indicators of rehab-status questionnaire (IRES-24), stress, well-being in the World Health Organization well-being index and self-efficacy expectations) than by clinical parameters or physical performance. Conclusions Patient-reported outcome measures predominantly influenced RTW and HRQL in heart-disease patients, whereas patients' pension desire and heart-focussed anxiety had a dominant impact on all investigated endpoints. Therefore, the multi-component CR approach focussing on psychosocial support is crucial for subjective health prognosis and occupational resumption. Figure 1. Predictors of returning to work Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Public grant(s) – National budget only. Main funding source(s): German pension insurance

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