scholarly journals Translation of the Tonsil and Adenoid Health Status Instrument to the Arabic Language

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghassan Haddad ◽  
Randa Barazi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
American University ◽  
American University Of Beirut ◽  
Health Status Instrument

Abstract Background: Adenotonsillectomy is one of the most commonly performed pediatric surgeries worldwide. To date, no questionnaire assessing the quality of life of patients post-operatively exists in the Arabic language. Our objective is to translate the Tonsil and Adenoid Health Status Instrument from English to Arabic and evaluate its internal consistency. We then attempt to use the translated questionnaire to assess the change in quality of life of patients undergoing adenotonsillectomy. Methods: Translation of the English TAHSI was performed using the guidelines for cross-cultural translation of quality of life measures. The obtained version of the questionnaire in Arabic was used on 141 patients enrolled prospectively over 3 years to assess for validity and internal consistency. Patients were enrolled from the pediatric otolaryngology clinic at the American University of Beirut Medical Center. Results: Cronbach alpha coefficients for the pre-operative and post-operative translated questionnaires were 0.79 and 0.78 respectively, confirming adequate internal consistency. Mean total pre-operative score was 28.88 ± 10.80, significantly higher than the mean post-operative score of 5.00 ± 5.57 (p<0.0001) showing an improvement in quality of life after surgery. Conclusion: In this study we successfully translated the Tonsil and Adenoid Health Status Instrument from English to Arabic. The questionnaire obtained is the only available quality of life measurement tool in Arabic specific to adenotonsillectomy. It was used to show that adenotonsillectomy significantly improves the quality of life of patients.

Validation of an Arabic Version of the Obesity-Related Wellbeing (ORWELL 97) Questionnaire in Adults with Obesity

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leila Itani ◽  
Simona Calugi ◽  
Dima Kreidieh ◽  
Germine El Kassas ◽  
Dana El Masri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Clinical Sample ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Arabic Version ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Background: No specific questionnaire that evaluates Health-Related Quality Of Life (HRQOL) in individuals with obesity is available in the Arabic language. The aim of this study was therefore to propose and examine the validity and reliability of an Arabic language version of the ORWELL 97, a validated obesity-related HRQOL questionnaire. Methods: The ORWELL 97 questionnaire was translated from English to Arabic language and administered to 318 Arabic-speaking participants (106 from clinical and 212 from community samples), and underwent internal consistency, test–retest reliability, construct and discriminative validity analysis. Results: Internal consistency and the test–retest reliability were excellent for ORWELL 97 global scores in the clinical sample. Participants with obesity displayed significantly higher ORWELL 97 scores than participants from the community sample, confirming the good discriminant validity of the questionnaire. Confirmatory factor analysis in the clinical sample revealed a good fit for a modified two-factor structure. Conclusion: Overall, the Arabic version of the ORWELL 97 can be considered validated in Arabic adult patients with obesity, paving the way to further assessment of its responsiveness in measuring changes in health-related quality of life associated with obesity treatment.

scholarly journals Validation and Psychometric Properties of the Arabic Version of the Duke Anticoagulation Satisfaction Scale (DASS)

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maha AlAmmari ◽  
Khizra Sultana ◽  
Sattam Nawaf AlHarbi ◽  
Ashwag Saud Marenga ◽  
Abdulrahman AlTuraiki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Arabic Version ◽  
Satisfaction Scale

Background: To assess the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of oral anticoagulant therapy users, different types of instruments are available, either general or specific tools like Duke Anticoagulation Satisfaction Scale (DASS). These tools allow the clinician to adjust the treatment regimen to focus on increasing anticoagulation adherence and reduce adverse clinical outcomes. This study aims to validate the translated Arabic version of DASS to assess the satisfaction level of patients using oral anticoagulants in the Arab population.Methods: The Duke Anticoagulation satisfaction scale (DASS) was translated into the Arabic language using MAPI group services. DASS was administered to 505 patients receiving anticoagulation with warfarin or apixaban. The generic scale measuring the quality of life EQ-5D-5L was also administered. Psychometric properties were assessed by Confirmatory Factor Analysis, internal consistency (Cronbach’s Alpha), exploratory factor analysis, convergent and divergent validity, and the correlation between the DASS and demographic variables, clinical characteristics, and the EQ-5D-5L instrument.Results: 439 subjects answered all the questions. From a total of 25 items, 22 grouped into three factors (limitations, positive impact, and negative impact). Each factor had good internal consistency (Cronbach Alpha 0.78–0.88). All the three factors correlated consistently with EQ-5D-5L measuring generic quality of life.Conclusion: The psychometric properties of the Arabic DASS version were comparable to the original English version. The Arabic version of the DASS showed very good reliability and validity. It can be used by health care professionals in other settings of anticoagulation clinics to assess patient’s satisfaction and limitations to anticoagulant treatment.

The Validity of the Smart Management Strategy for Health Assessment Tool-Life (SAT-Life) in General Population

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Young Ho Yun ◽  
Jin-ah Sim
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
General Population ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Management Strategy ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Health Assessment ◽  
Depression Score ◽  
South Korean

Abstract This study aimed to determine the reliability and validity of the life version of the Smart Management Strategy for Health Assessment Tool (SAT-Life) for the general South Korean population. We recruited 1,200 respondents using an equal-probability sampling method from March to May 2018. A life version of the Smart Management Strategy for Health Assessment Tool (SAT-Life) Cronbach’ α was used to determine the reliability of the 30-item SAT-Life. Comparisons with the Self-Reported Health Status (SRHS), Short Form-12 (SF-12), McGill Quality of Life Questionnaire (MQOL), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) were conducted for establishing the discriminant and concurrent validity. Three sets of SAT-Life demonstrated a high reliability with good internal consistency (Cronbach’ α 0.86 for SAT-Core, 0.88 for SAT-Preparation, and 0.86 for SAT-Implementation). The total scores of the three SAT differentiated well between the before-maintenance group versus the maintenance group for achieving goals in the participants, and between the group with high depression score versus that with lower depression score in the general population. These SAT-Life scores were positively associated with health status and physical and mental quality of life (QOL). The scores of the SAT-Life were correlated with social support and spiritual well-being measured using the MQOL, and life satisfaction measured using SWLS. The 30-item SAT-Life had a satisfactory internal consistency and validity for the general South Korean population. Further validation should be carried out in a cohort study across different cultures, including an assessment of sensitivity.

scholarly journals Translation and validation of the Arabic version of the osteoarthritis quality of life questionnaire (OAQoL) in Saudi patients with osteoarthritis

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mansour AlAjmi ◽  
Sameer Al-Ghamdi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Arabic Version ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale

Abstract Background Osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating multifactorial degenerative rheumatic disease affecting millions of people around the globe. The osteoarthritis quality of life scale (OAQoL), originally produced in the English language, is an important tool used to assess the overall impact of OA and its treatment on the patient’s quality of life. Purpose The purpose of the study was to translate and validate the OAQoL in the Arabic language in order to use it on the Saudi population. Methodology A bilingual panel comprising four healthcare professionals and one external certified medical translator translated the English version of the OAQoL to the Arabic language. A back translation was subsequently performed by two English-speaking translators and any differences were resolved by conferring with the original panel. The qualitative research was performed through cognitive debriefing interviews (CDIs) with 59 native Arabic patients who had clinically and radiologically confirmed osteoarthritis of any joint. The internal consistency of the 22 items was derived by leveraging the Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient. Results 59 participants were included in the study, and more than half (52.5%) of them were men. The response rate was 100% and the mean time taken to answer the questionnaire was 10.5 min. The average Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC) and Cronbach’s Alpha were determined to be 0.93 each, indicating that all the items in the OAQoL were significantly interrelated. Conclusion The translated Arabic version of the OAQoL questionnaire used in this study is a reliable and consistent tool that showed good comprehensibility and internal consistency.

Mental Health Status and Health-Related Quality of Life among Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Patients in Thailand: A Multi-Site Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 103 (11) ◽  
pp. 1185-1193
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Lupus Erythematosus ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

Background: The systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients oftentimes suffer from both physical and psychosocial challenges that may lead to low health-related quality of life (HRQoL). However, limited research has been done in this area. Objective: To examined mental health status and HRQoL among SLE patients in Thailand. Materials and Methods: The present study was a cross-sectional study conducted at the rheumatology clinic of four major hospitals in Thailand. The paper-based questionnaire consisted of demographic, health history such as depression, anxiety, stress Scale (DASS-21), and the Rosenberg self-esteem scale (RSE), and the disease-specific Lupus Quality of Life scale (LupusQoL). Depending on the variable’s level of measurement such as categorical or continuous, Spearman’s Rho or Pearson’s product moment correlation coefficients were used to explore the relationships among the variables. Hierarchical multiple regression was used to identify the predictors of LupusQoL. Results: Among the 387 participants, many might have experienced depression, anxiety, and stress (30%, 51%, and 29%, respectively). Self-esteem among the participants was good (31.8 out of 40). All eight domains of LupusQoL were affected with intimate relationship domain being impacted the most. The overall LupusQoL was significantly associated with the number of prescribed medications (r=–0.23), depression (r=–0.70), anxiety (r=–0.58), stress (r=–0.67), and self-esteem (r=0.59), p<0.001. Significant predictors of the overall LupusQoL were mental health status (depression, anxiety, and stress) and self-esteem, F (3, 81)=43.10, p<0.001, adjusted R²=0.60. Conclusion: SLE patients should be holistically assessed in both physical and psychological aspects. In addition to proper medical treatments, healthcare providers should use a multidisciplinary team approach to resolve the patients’ psychosocial issues, which in turn, may increase the patients’ quality of life. Self-care education may be necessary to help the patients manage the condition and decrease the number of medications. Keywords: Mental health, Quality of life, SLE, Thailand

Translation and Validation of the Thai Version of the Wisconsin Quality of Life Questionnaire (TH WISQoL) for Kidney Stone Patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 103 (11) ◽  
pp. 1194-1199
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Kidney Stone ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Outcome Measurement ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Sf 36

Objective: To develop and validate a Thai version of the Wisconsin Quality of Life (TH WISQoL) Questionnaire. Materials and Methods: The authors developed the TH WISQoL Questionnaire based on a standard multi-step process. Subsequently, the authors recruited patients with kidney stone and requested them to complete the TH WISQoL and a validated Thai version of the 36-Item Short Form Survey (TH SF-36). The authors calculated the internal consistency and interdomain correlation of TH WISQoL and compared the convergent validity between the two instruments. Results: Thirty kidney stone patients completed the TH WISQoL and the TH SF-36. The TH WISQoL showed acceptable internal consistency for all domains (Cronbach’s alpha 0.768 to 0.909). Interdomain correlation was high for most domains (r=0.698 to 0.779), except for the correlation between Vitality and Disease domains, which showed a moderate correlation (r=0.575). For convergent validity, TH WISQoL demonstrated a good overall correlation to TH SF-36, (r=0.796, p<0.05). Conclusion: The TH WISQoL is valid and reliable for evaluating the quality of life of Thai patients with kidney stone. A further large-scale multi-center study is warranted to confirm its applicability in Thailand. Keywords: Quality of life, Kidney stone, Validation, Outcome measurement

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