scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Croatian Version of the 25-item National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire (NEI VFQ-25)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dina Lešin Gaćina ◽  
Bernarda Škegro ◽  
Sonja Jandroković ◽  
Ivan Škegro ◽  
Iva Bešlić ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Visual Impairment ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Visual Function ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Ophthalmological Examination ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Visual Function Questionnaire

Abstract Purpose: The purpose of study was to translate, adapt and validate the Croatian version of the 25-item National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire (NEI VFQ-25) in participants with visual impairment. This study also aims at evaluating the relationship between visual impairment and health-related quality of life (HRQoL).Methods: The prospective observational study was conducted at the University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Department of Ophthalmology. The sample consisted of 175 patients with four chronic ocular diseases: cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration (ARMD). The translation of the NEI VFQ-25 to Croatian was conducted following the standardized procedure. All participants underwent an ophthalmological examination and completed the NEI VFQ-25 and the Medical Outcomes Study Short Form-36 Questionnaire (SF-36). In order to assess the psychometric properties of the NEI VFQ-25 we calculated Cronbach's α coefficient, intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), convergent and discriminant validity, as well as criterion and concurrent validity.Results: Results show high internal consistency (Cronbach α range 0.739-0.932) and high test-retest reliability (ICC 0.876-0.975) for all subscales. None of the items had failed either convergent or discriminant validity. Moderate to high Spearman's rho coefficients of correlations were found between best corrected visual acuity and 8 subscales in the NEI VFQ-25 (0.430<ρ<0.631). Moderate correlations were found between comparable domains in the NEI VFQ-25 and in the SF-36 questionnaire (p<0.01).Conclusion: The Croatian version of the NEI VFQ-25 has very good psychometric properties and can be a useful instrument for assessing vision-related quality of life in Croatian population with chronic ophthalmic diseases. The trial registration number: DRKS-ID DRKS00016751Date of registration in DRKS: 2019/02/15

scholarly journals Psychometric properties of self-reported measures of health-related quality of life in people living with HIV: a systematic review

2022 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Huan Wen ◽  
Zhongfang Yang ◽  
Zheng Zhu ◽  
Shuyu Han ◽  
Lin Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Methodological Quality ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Living With Hiv

Abstract Objective To identify and assess the psychometric properties of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in people living with HIV (PLWH). Methods Nine databases were searched from January 1996 to October 2020. Methodological quality was assessed by using the Consensus-based Standards for the Selection of Health Measurement Instruments (COSMIN) Risk of Bias Checklist. We used the COSMIN criteria to summarize and rate the psychometric properties of each PROM. A modified Grading, Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) system was used to assess the certainty of evidence. Results Sixty-nine studies reported on the psychometric properties of 30 identified instruments. All studies were considered to have adequate methodological quality in terms of content validity, construct validity, and internal consistency. Limited information was retrieved on cross-cultural validity, criterion validity, reliability, hypothesis testing, and responsiveness. High-quality evidence on psychometric properties was provided for the Medical Outcomes Study HIV Health Survey (MOS-HIV), the brief version of the World Health Organization's Quality of Life Instrument in HIV Infection (WHOQoL-HIV-BREF), 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36), Multidimensional Quality of Life Questionnaire for Persons with HIV/AIDS (MQoL-HIV), and WHOQoL-HIV. Conclusions The findings from the included studies highlighted that among HIV-specific and generic HRQoL PROMs, MOS-HIV, WHOQoL-HIV-BREF, SF-36, MQoL-HIV, and WHOQoL-HIV are strongly recommended to evaluate HRQoL in PLWH in research and clinics based on the specific aims of assessments and the response burden for participants.

scholarly journals The influence of sociodemographic characteristics on vision-related quality of life in visually impaired patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 27-33
Author(s):  
Ernest Ikechukwu Ezeh ◽  
Bassey Archibong Etim ◽  
Bassey Edet ◽  
Roseline Nkeiruka Ezeh ◽  
Roseline Ekanem Duke
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Visual Impairment ◽  
Visual Function ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
Monthly Income ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Rural Dwellers

Objectives: Self-reported vision-related quality of life (VRQOL) allows us to assess the effect of disease and treatments from the patient’s perspective, focusing on an individual’s subjective satisfaction and functional ability. The previous studies mostly focused on the impact of visual function deficits on VRQOL in patients with visual impairment. This study seeks to investigate the influence of sociodemographic characteristics on VRQOL in visually impaired patients. Material and Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study included consecutive adult patients with visual impairment at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital eye clinic. All patients had presenting visual acuity worse than 6/18 in the better eye. VRQOL was assessed by the validated English version 25-item National Eye Institute Visual Functioning Questionnaire. Sociodemographic characteristics and ocular parameters were recorded. Sociodemographic characteristics were evaluated based on age, sex, area of residence, marital status, religion, educational attainment, and monthly income. Each characteristic was stratified into groups or levels. Analysis of variance, including post hoc analysis was used to evaluate the association between sociodemographic characteristics and VRQOL. Results: A total of 270 patients were enrolled. After adjustments for category and causes of visual impairment, older age (P < 0.001), rural dwellers (P < 0.001), widowhood (P = 0.006), and no formal education (P < 0.001) were significantly associated with low mean visual function (VF) scores. Similarly, older age (P < 0.001), rural dwellers (P < 0.001), widowhood (P = 0.003), and no formal education (P < 0.001) were significantly associated with low mean QOL scores. The difference in the mean score of VF and QOL by religion, sex, and monthly income was not statistically significant. Conclusion: Besides the degree of visual impairment, the interplay of certain social and demographic factors plays a remarkable role in determining the QOL in visually impaired patients. Therefore, an individualized management plan, including psychosocial therapy is imperative in the care of visually impaired patients.

scholarly journals The utility of visual function questionnaire in the assessment of the impact of diabetic retinopathy on vision-related quality of life

Eye ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Gabrielian ◽  
S M Hariprasad ◽  
R D Jager ◽  
J L Green ◽  
W F Mieler
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Diabetic Retinopathy ◽  
Visual Function ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Visual Function Questionnaire ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Reliability and Validity of the Greek QLQ-C30 and QLQ-MY20 for Measuring Quality of Life in Patients with Multiple Myeloma

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nick Kontodimopoulos ◽  
Alexandros Samartzis ◽  
Angelos A. Papadopoulos ◽  
Dimitris Niakas
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Scale Structure ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Eortc Qlq

Objectives. The aim of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the Greek EORTC QLQ-C30 and QLQ-MY20 instruments.Method. A sample of myeloma patients (N=89) from two tertiary hospitals were surveyed with the QLQ-C30, QLQ-MY20 and various demographic and disease related questions. The previously validated Greek SF-36 instrument was used as a “gold standard” for health-related quality of life (HRQoL) comparisons. Hypothesized scale structure, internal consistency reliability (Cronbach's alpha) and various forms of construct validity (convergent, discriminative, concurrent and known-groups) were assessed.Results. Multitrait scaling confirmed scale structure of the QLQ-C30 and QLQ-MY20, with good item convergence (96% and 72%) and discrimination (78% and 58%) rates. Cronbach'sαwas >0.70 for all but one scale (cognitive functioning). Spearman's correlations between similar QLQ-C30 and SF-36 scales ranged between 0.35–0.80 (P<0.001). Expected interscale correlations and known-groups comparisons supported construct validity. QLQ-MY20 scales showed comparatively lower correlations with QLQ-C30 functional scales, and higher correlations with conceptually related symptom scales.Conclusions. The observed psychometric properties of the two instruments imply suitability for assessing myeloma HRQoL in Greece. Future studies should focus on generalizability of the results, as well as on specific issues such as longitudinal validity and responsiveness.

scholarly journals Quality of life assessment in patients with heart failure: validity of the German version of the generic EQ-5D-5L™

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sigrid Boczor ◽  
Anne Daubmann ◽  
Marion Eisele ◽  
Eva Blozik ◽  
Martin Scherer
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Effect Sizes ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Eta Squared ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

Abstract Background Chronic heart failure patients typically suffer from tremendous strain and are managed mainly in primary care. New care concepts adapted to the severity of heart failure are a challenge and need to consider health-related quality of life aspects. This is the first psychometric validation of the German EQ-5D-5L™ as a generic instrument for assessing health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in a primary care heart failure patient sample. Methods Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed on the baseline EQ-5D-5L™ data from the RECODE-HF study (responses to all items from n = 3225 of 3778 patients). Basic CFA models for HRQOL were calculated based on the EQ-5D-5L™ items using the maximum likelihood (ML) and the asymptotic distribution-free method. In an extended CFA, physical activity and depression were added. The basic CFA ML model was verified for the reduced number of cases of the extended CFA model (n = 3064). In analyses of variance the association of the EQ-5D-5L™ visual analogue scale (VAS) and both the German and the British EQ-5D-5L™ crosswalk index with the SF-36 measure of general health were examined. The discriminant validity was analysed using Pearson’s chi-squared tests applying the New York Heart Association classification, for the VAS and indices analyses of variance were calculated. Results In the basic CFA models the root mean square error of approximation was 0.095 with the ML method, and 0.081 with the asymptotic distribution-free method (Comparative Fit Index > 0.90 for both). Physical activity and depression were confirmed as influential factors in the extended model. The VAS and indices were strongly associated with the SF-36 measure of general health (partial eta-squared 0.525/0.454/0.481; all p <  0.001; n = 3155/3210/3210, respectively), also for physical activity and depression when included together (partial eta-squared 0.050, 0.200/0.047, 0.213/0.051 and 0.270; all p <  0.001; n = 3015/n = 3064/n = 3064, respectively). The discriminant validity analyses showed p-values < 0.001 and small to moderate effect sizes for all EQ-5D-5L™ items. Analyses of variance demonstrated moderate effect sizes for the VAS and indices (0.067/0.087/0.084; all p <  0.001; n = 3110/3171/3171). Conclusion The German EQ-5D-5L™ is a suitable method for assessing HRQOL in heart failure patients.

scholarly journals Relationship of socioeconomic factors with vision-related quality of life on severe low vision and blind population in Indonesia

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 245-51
Author(s):  
Habsyiyah Habsyiyah ◽  
Yeni D. Lestari ◽  
Iwan Ariawan ◽  
Tjahjono D. Gondhowiardjo
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Visual Impairment ◽  
Socioeconomic Factors ◽  
Visual Function ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Low Vision ◽  
Income Level ◽  
Related Quality

Background: Socioeconomic factors are known to be associated with visual impairment. Being someone who is visually impaired could affect his quality of life. The aim of this study is to evaluate the quality of life (QOL) in severe low vision and blind population in Indonesia in relation to their socioeconomic status. Methods: A cross sectional population-based study was performed in 5 provinces, in Indonesia. Respondents of validation study on blindness data of national basic health survey 2013 (RISKESDAS 2013), who were above 18 years old with severe low vision (BCVA≥3/60 to 6/60) and blind (BCVA<3/60), were included in this study. Questionnaires for socioeconomic status and a questionnaire from the national eye institute visual function questionnaire 25 (NEI VFQ 25) for visual function were administered. Total  scores of NEI-VFQ25 were compared based on severity of visual impairment, educational level, occupation, literacy adequacy, income level, and residency. Data analysis was using independent T-test or Mann-Whitney test, and Chi square test.Results: A total of 134 subjects were enrolled in this study, most of them are  women (68.2%), aged >64 years old (64.9%) with low education (65.7%), illiterate (52.2%), low income (71.6%), non working (63.4%) and living in urban areas (58.2%). The blind population has lower VFQ scores than severe low vision (p=0.001). Different status of educational level, literacy adequacy, income level and residency did not show significant difference in VFQ scores, but those who have an occupation had better VFQ scores than those who do not (p=0.041).Conclusion: Visual related quality of life (VRQOL) of severe low vision and blind population was associated significantly with occupational status. Because of culture and characteristics of Indonesian people, VRQOL of severe low vision and blind population in Indonesia was not affected by educational level, literacy, income level, and residency.

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