MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Quality of Life Research' source. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:10:22 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369336&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc8955wwvr3102wv7%2F Conclusions  This study provided some evidence for the validity of the AQEL and its feasibility in patients with cancer in palliative care. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9623-7Authors Ingela Henoch, Research Unit Bräcke Diakoni Foundation Box 210 62 418 04 Göteborg SwedenBertil Axelsson, Mid-Sweden University FoU-unit Östersund SwedenBengt Bergman, Sahlgrenska Academy, Göteborg University Department of Respiratory Medicine and Allergology Göteborg Sweden Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369336 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:28:38 +0100 3369336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369335&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc12738u41u8620j0%2F Conclusions  Tai chi Qigong promoted health outcomes with respect to clients’ perception of their respiratory symptoms. Moreover, TCQ decreased disturbances to their physical activities. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9632-6Authors Aileen W. K. Chan, The Chinese University of Hong Kong The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine Esther Lee Building Shatin New Territories Hong KongAlbert Lee, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Department of Community and Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Shatin New Territories Hong KongLorna K. P. Suen, The Chinese University of Hong Kong The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine Esther Lee Building Shatin New Territories Hong KongWilson W. S. Tam, The University of Hong Kong School of Pu... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369335 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:28:38 +0100 3369335 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3363497&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn65hj22415106415%2F Conclusions  Patients with advanced COPD were able to complete the SEIQoL-DW but analysis of its administration identified practical and conceptual concerns which question the validity of the results obtained. Suggestions for the development of the SEIQoL-DW and future feasibility studies are given. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9631-7Authors Morag Farquhar, University of Cambridge General Practice and Primary Care Research Unit, Department of Public Health & Primary Care, Institute of Public Health Robinson Way Cambridge CB2 0SR UKGail Ewing, University of Cambridge Centre for Family Research Free School Lane Cambridge CB2 3RF UKIrene J. Higginson, King’s College London Department of Palliative Care, Policy & Rehabilitation and WHO Collaborati... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3363497 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:49:26 +0100 3363497 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3361737&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4703p4246x153284%2F Conclusions  QOL assessments from family caregivers agreed more closely with patients than did those from nurses using EQ-5D evaluations for patients with clear cognition, but either proxy was acceptable for rating PMV patients with poor cognition. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9629-1Authors Mei-Chuan Hung, National Taiwan University Institute of Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene, College of Public Health Rm. 719, No 17, Xuzhou Rd Taipei TaiwanYuan-Horng Yan, Chia-Yi Christian Hospital Department of Internal Medicine Chiayi TaiwanPo-Sheng Fan, Chia-Yi Christian Hospital Department of Internal Medicine Chiayi TaiwanMing-Shian Lin, Chia-Yi Christian Hospital Department of Internal Medicine Chiayi TaiwanCheng-Ren Chen, Chia-Yi Christian Ho... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3361737 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:25:35 +0100 3361737 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3361738&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb62q170071297626%2F Conclusions  The overall QLI and subscale scores correspond with those presented by other researchers. Population-based measures of generic quality of life and underlying dimensions are important considering the gain when results from specific patient groups are viewed. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9627-3Authors Mats T. Gullberg, Linköping University Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Division of Nursing Science 581 83 Linköping SwedenGunilla Hollman-Frisman, Linköping University Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Division of Nursing Science 581 83 Linköping SwedenAnna-Christina Ek, Linköping University Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Medical and Health Scienc... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3361738 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:47:43 +0100 3361738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3361739&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj17123772u04119v%2F Conclusion  The Greek version of EORTC H&N35 in conjunction with the EORTC C30 is a valid and informative tool in assessing quality of life in Greek patients with cancer of larynx and pharynx. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9628-2Authors Meri Nalbadian, Vosporou 4, Konstantinopolitika, Pylaia P.C. 54352 Thessaloniki GreeceVasilios Nikolaidis, Vosporou 4, Konstantinopolitika, Pylaia P.C. 54352 Thessaloniki GreeceAgelos Nikolaou, Vosporou 4, Konstantinopolitika, Pylaia P.C. 54352 Thessaloniki GreeceChristos Themelis, Vosporou 4, Konstantinopolitika, Pylaia P.C. 54352 Thessaloniki GreeceAthanasios Kouloulas, Vosporou 4, Konstantinopolitika, Pylaia P.C. 54352 Thessaloniki GreeceVictor Vital, Vosporou 4, Konstantinopolitika, ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3361739 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:47:42 +0100 3361739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357736&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq20xu31117142407%2F Conclusions  The final PROMIS pediatric item banks include physical function (n = 52 items), emotional distress (n = 35 items), social role relationships (n = 15 items), fatigue (n = 34 items), pain (n = 13 items), and asthma (n = 17 items). The initial calibration data were provided by a diverse set of children with varying health states (e.g., children with a variety of common chronic illnesses) and racial/ethnic backgrounds. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9618-4Authors Debra E. Irwin, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Epidemiology CB #7294 Chapel Hill NC 27599 USABrian D. Stucky, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Psychology Chapel Hill NC ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357736 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:04 +0100 3357736 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357735&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9834t28641737x02%2F Conclusions  The outcome of the two rounds of data collection and analysis is a 12-item module that can be used in conjunction with the WHOQOL-BREF or the WHOQOL-100 for assessment of quality of life in physically or intellectually disabled people. Further modifications are also proposed for the use of the WHOQOL-BREF with adults with intellectual disabilities, including simplification of wording of some of the items, the use of a three-point response scale, and the inclusion of smiley faces. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9616-6Authors M. J. Power, University of Edinburgh Section of Clinical Psychology Medical School, Teviot Place Edinburgh EH8 9AG UKA. M. Green, University of Edinburgh Section of Clinical Psychology Medical School, Teviot Place... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357735 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:04 +0100 3357735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357733&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh258157u1j202767%2F Conclusions  PROMIS pediatric item banks were developed to provide efficient assessment of health-related quality of life domains. This sample provides initial calibrations of anxiety and depressive symptoms item banks and creates PROMIS pediatric instruments, version 1.0. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9619-3Authors Debra E. Irwin, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Epidemiology Chapel Hill NC 27599 USABrian Stucky, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Psychology Chapel Hill NC USAMichelle M. Langer, National Board of Medical Examiners Philadelphia PA USADavid Thissen, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Psychology Chapel Hill NC USAEsi Morgan DeWitt, Duke University Medical Center... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357733 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:04 +0100 3357733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357737&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg4262g2804201355%2F Conclusions  Treatment appears to have significant association with post-treatment utility. Thus, utility assessment provides an important quantitative tool to support patient and physician clinical treatment decision-making process in prostate cancer care. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9622-8Authors Ravishankar Jayadevappa, University of Pennsylvania Department of Medicine 224, 3615 Chestnut Street Philadelphia PA 19104-2676 USAJ Sanford Schwartz, University of Pennsylvania Department of Medicine Philadelphia PA 19104-2676 USASumedha Chhatre, University of Pennsylvania Department of Psychiatry Philadelphia PA USAAlan J. Wein, University of Pennsylvania Division of Urology, Department of Surgery Philadelphia PA USAS. Bruce Malkowicz, University of... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357737 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:03 +0100 3357737 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357739&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp2257n48r0874116%2F Conclusions  Our results confirm previous findings that weighting the individual items in the IWQOL-Lite by the importance of outcomes to overweight and obese subjects may provide a more meaningful evaluation of the effect of changes in weight on patient well-being than a nonpreference-based measure of HRQOL. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9621-9Authors A. Brett Hauber, RTI Health Solutions Health Preference Assessment 3040 Cornwallis Road PO Box 12194 Research Triangle Park NC 27709-2194 USAAteesha F. Mohamed, RTI Health Solutions Health Preference Assessment 3040 Cornwallis Road PO Box 12194 Research Triangle Park NC 27709-2194 USAF. Reed Johnson, RTI Health Solutions Health Preference Assessment 3040 Cornwallis Road PO Box 12194 Research Triang... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357739 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:02 +0100 3357739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357738&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy835r3jh2438116t%2F Conclusion  These findings suggest that family proxy rating of patients’ QoL can be used as a reasonable estimate of the patients’ QoL for stable schizophrenia and bipolar patients in Korea. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9617-5Authors Eun Joo Kim, Yonsei University College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Institute of Behavioral Science in Medicine Seoul KoreaDong Ho Song, Yonsei University College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Institute of Behavioral Science in Medicine Seoul KoreaSe Joo Kim, Yonsei University College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Institute of Behavioral Science in Medicine Seoul KoreaJin Young Park, Yonsei University College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Institute of Behavioral Scienc... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357738 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:02 +0100 3357738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357740&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F747474g780357t26%2F Conclusion  Both the EQ-5D and PDQ-8 are responsive to changes in health burden of the Parkinson’s disease over a 4-year period. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9615-7Authors Nan Luo, National University of Singapore Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Block MD3, 16 Medical Drive Singapore 117597 SingaporeWai-Yee Ng, National University of Singapore Centre for Health Services Research, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Singapore SingaporePuay-Ngoh Lau, National Neuroscience Institute, USA National Parkinson Foundation International Centre of Excellence Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center, Department of Neurology Singapore SingaporeWing-Lok Au, National Neuroscience In... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357740 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:08:00 +0100 3357740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3325908&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc363754342g8q818%2F Conclusions  The prevalence of RLS in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy is 18.3%, about double of that expected in the general population. The occurrence of RLS is much more frequent in female patients and with longer-term chemotherapy. Cancer patients afflicted by RLS have significantly higher levels of anxiety and depression, and poorer quality of life especially in the physical well-being dimension. Recognition and treatment of RLS in cancer patients is an important target in clinical management and may improve quality of life and overall health outcomes in these patients. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9614-8Authors Luca Ostacoli, University of Torino, San Luigi Hospital Mental Health Orbassano ItalyAndrea Saini, University of Torino, ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3325908 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:12:06 +0100 3325908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3325909&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb322361pn1471267%2F Conclusion  The findings of this study support the consideration of the PAGI-QOL and PAGI-SYM in future clinical trials and in the general EE population. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9620-xAuthors Kathleen W. Wyrwich, United BioSource Corporation 7101 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USAReema Mody, Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc. Deerfield IL USALois M. Larsen, TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc. Deerfield IL USAMisun Lee, TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc. Deerfield IL USANeesha Harnam, United BioSource Corporation 7101 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USADennis A. Revicki, United BioSource Corporation 7101 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-26... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3325909 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:12:03 +0100 3325909 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3313933&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk845647781tr1356%2F Conclusions  Low and high BMIs were associated with decreasing levels of both physical and emotional well-being, but the deterioration in health status was more consistent in the physical than in other dimensions. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9610-zAuthors Andre Renzaho, Public Health Research, Evaluation and Policy Cluster, Deakin University 221 Burwood HWY Burwood 2125 VIC AustraliaMark Wooden, Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, The University of Melbourne Melbourne VIC AustraliaBrendan Houng, Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, The University of Melbourne Melbourne VIC Australia Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3313933 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:00:45 +0100 3313933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3301014&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm88421mx73p5r104%2F Conclusions  This comparison demonstrates that variability arising from mode of administration needs to be considered in developing health state valuations. While electronic administration has considerable cost advantages, particular attention to the design of the task is required. This has wider implications, as all modes of administration may have mode-specific impacts on the distribution of valuation responses. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9609-5Authors Richard Norman, University of Technology Sydney Centre for Health Economics Research and Evaluation (CHERE) PO BOX 123 2007 Broadway AustraliaMadeleine T. King, University of Sydney Psycho-oncology Co-operative Research Group (PoCoG) Sydney NSW AustraliaDushyant Clarke, CHERE, University of T... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3301014 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:33:01 +0100 3301014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3297508&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw1421487146344tv%2F Conclusions  The stability in some, and instability in other, symptoms meshed convincingly with the changes in symptom causal structures previously derived from cross-sectional data. Investigations assessing temporal shifts in palliative symptom coordination over longer periods of time and for specific medical conditions and social contexts seem warranted. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9603-yAuthors Leslie Hayduk, University of Alberta Department of Sociology Edmonton Alberta T6G 2H4 CanadaKarin Olson, University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing Edmonton Alberta CanadaHue Quan, Capital Health Regional Palliative Care Program Edmonton Alberta CanadaMarilyn Cree, University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing Edmonton Alberta CanadaYing Cui, University of A... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3297508 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 06:57:57 +0100 3297508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3290157&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F76u6574071x7v084%2F Conclusions  The resulting COSMIN checklist could be useful when selecting a measurement instrument, peer-reviewing a manuscript, designing or reporting a study on measurement properties, or for educational purposes. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9606-8Authors Lidwine B. Mokkink, VU University Medical Center Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and the EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research Van der Boechorststraat 7 1081 BT Amsterdam The NetherlandsCaroline B. Terwee, VU University Medical Center Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and the EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research Van der Boechorststraat 7 1081 BT Amsterdam The NetherlandsDonald L. Patrick, University of Washington Department of Health Services Thur Canal S... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3290157 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:57:13 +0100 3290157 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3275065&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx757624760164684%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9607-7Authors Margaret A. Nosek, Baylor College of Medicine Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Center for Research on Women with Disabilities 1475 West Gray, Suite 165 Houston TX 77019 USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3275065 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:58:30 +0100 3275065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3275066&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F583336628t654650%2F Conclusions  Multi-factorial, intensified treatment did not influence self-rated health status, treatment satisfaction, and distress in screen-detected type 2 diabetes patients. Therefore, health care professionals do not have to fear negative effects of an intensified treatment on these psychological outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9604-xAuthors Maureen van den Donk, University Medical Center Utrecht Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care Str. 6.131 P.O. Box 85500 3508 GA Utrecht The NetherlandsKees J. Gorter, University Medical Center Utrecht Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care Str. 6.131 P.O. Box 85500 3508 GA Utrecht The NetherlandsGuy E. Rutten, University Medical Center Utrecht Ju... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3275066 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:58:27 +0100 3275066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3270862&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa6345801j2pl8531%2F Conclusions  It seems that the trade-off of life years is indeed not so constantly proportional and, therefore, that health state valuations depend on durations. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9605-9Authors Arthur E. Attema, iBMG/iMTA, Erasmus University Rotterdam P.O. Box 1738 3000 DR Rotterdam The NetherlandsWerner B. F. Brouwer, iBMG/iMTA, Erasmus University Rotterdam P.O. Box 1738 3000 DR Rotterdam The Netherlands Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3270862 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 07:18:05 +0100 3270862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3270863&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Faj6258154q7877rv%2F Conclusion  Our findings support the notion that methods such as cognitive debriefing help improve precision of self-reported measures in a special population such as ours. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9602-zAuthors Michelle Ploughman, L.A. Miller Centre Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Program, Eastern Health Authority 100 Forest Rd. St. John’s NL CanadaMark Austin, L.A. Miller Centre Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Program, Eastern Health Authority 100 Forest Rd. St. John’s NL CanadaMark Stefanelli, Memorial University Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine St. John’s NL CanadaMarshall Godwin, Memorial University Primary Healthcare Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine St. John’s NL Canada Journal ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3270863 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 07:18:03 +0100 3270863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265915&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F04238320k5660830%2F Conclusions  Our study of Finnish young men indicates that higher physical fitness and leisure-time physical activity level promotes certain dimensions of HRQoL, while morbidities impair them all. The results highlight the importance of health related physical fitness while promoting HRQoL. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9595-7Authors Arja Häkkinen, Central Hospital Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Jyväskylä FinlandMarjo Rinne, UKK Institute for Health Promotion Research Tampere FinlandTommi Vasankari, UKK Institute for Health Promotion Research Tampere FinlandMatti Santtila, Finnish Defence Forces Defence Command, Personnel Division Helsinki FinlandKeijo Häkkinen, University of Jyväskylä Department of Biology of Physical Act... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265915 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:49:25 +0100 3265915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265914&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8540tu55372111x2%2F Conclusions  Data of this cross-sectional study suggests that the veteran home elderly, as a group ‘in transition’ between community and institution, should be the first target of psychological preventive and health-promoting measures aimed at improving QOL in older population. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9601-0Authors Tomasz Kostka, Medical University of Lodz Department of Geriatrics Pl. Hallera 1 90-647 Lodz PolandVioletta Jachimowicz, Medical University of Lodz Department of Geriatrics Pl. Hallera 1 90-647 Lodz Poland Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265914 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:49:25 +0100 3265914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265916&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp758u77237365x3k%2F Conclusions  The study showed that the EQ-5D is especially applicable to patients with mild dementia and their caregivers as proxies. However, there are important differences between patient and proxy ratings, even in cases of mild dementia, at the dimension level as well as utility score level, which should be considered in the interpretation of quality of life scores. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9600-1Authors Simone Kunz, Institute of Health Economics and Health Care Management Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health (GmbH) Ingolstaedter Landstr. 1 85764 Neuherberg Germany Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265916 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:49:24 +0100 3265916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265917&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fpm82kq2488n537h6%2F Conclusions  We detected very small effects on patient–clinician communication and small effects on patient management, without detecting improvement in patient outcome. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9599-3Authors Maria-Jose Santana, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta CanadaDavid Feeny, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta CanadaJeffrey A. Johnson, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta CanadaFinlay A. McAlister, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta CanadaDaniel Kim, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta CanadaJustin Weinkauf, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta CanadaDale C. Lien, University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton Alberta Canada Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline I... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265917 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:47:18 +0100 3265917 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3248410&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fnv82022l1655q417%2F Conclusions  Routine clinical management was effective in improving schizophrenia patients’ psychopathology and several domains of QOL. QOL was related to the level of social functioning and had only a weak association with socio-demographic factors. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9593-9Authors Yu-Tao Xiang, Capital Medical University Laboratory of Clinical Psychopharmacology, Beijing Anding Hospital Xicheng District 100088 Beijing ChinaChuan-Yue Wang, Capital Medical University Laboratory of Clinical Psychopharmacology, Beijing Anding Hospital Xicheng District 100088 Beijing ChinaYing Wang, Capital Medical University Laboratory of Clinical Psychopharmacology, Beijing Anding Hospital Xicheng District 100088 Beijing China... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3248410 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:02:42 +0100 3248410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242760&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F26450653u9634032%2F Abstract  This is a Patient Voice commentary for the GeneQOL special issue. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9598-4Authors Cynthia Chauhan, Wichita KS USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242760 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:59:45 +0100 3242760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242761&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F422rj19313hk6215%2F Conclusion  Because the SIS had better overall responsiveness and the SIS hand function showed medium responsiveness and good criterion validity, the SIS appears to be more suited for assessing changes after stroke rehabilitation. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9597-5Authors Keh-Chung Lin, National Taiwan University The School of Occupational Therapy, College of Medicine Taipei TaiwanTiffany Fu, National Taiwan University The School of Occupational Therapy, College of Medicine Taipei TaiwanChing-Yi Wu, Chang Gung University The Department of Occupational Therapy and Graduate Institute of Clinical Behavioral Science 259 Wen-hwa 1st Road Kwei-shan, Taoyuan 33302 TaiwanYu-Wei Hsieh, National Taiwan University The School of Occupational Therapy, College ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242761 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:54:41 +0100 3242761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242762&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu6668086h77615u0%2F Conclusion  Quality of life is an important factor predicting 1-year survival in patients with ICDs. ACE medication and younger age also predict 1-year survival independent of QOL and each other. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9596-6Authors Chi-Wen Kao, National Defense Medical Center School of Nursing Taipei TaiwanErika Friedmann, University of Maryland School of Nursing 655 W. Lombard Street Baltimore MD 21201 USASue A. Thomas, University of Maryland School of Nursing 655 W. Lombard Street Baltimore MD 21201 USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242762 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:54:39 +0100 3242762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242763&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx10213244082m3h4%2F Conclusions  Our evaluation of the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the QUALID indicates that it is a reliable and valid instrument with an adequate capacity to distinguish between different clinical status. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9594-8Authors Josep Garre-Olmo, Institut d’Assistència Sanitària Research Unit C/Dr Castany s/n 17190 Salt, Girona SpainXènia Planas-Pujol, Institut d’Assistència Sanitària Research Unit Girona SpainSecundino López-Pousa, Institut d’Assistència Sanitària Research Unit Girona SpainMyron F. Weiner, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Department of Psychiatry Dallas TX USAAntoni Turon-Estrada, Institut d’Asisstència Sanitària Memory and Dementia Assessment Unit Girona Spai... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242763 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:00:02 +0100 3242763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3224657&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft7u921k7291j66h4%2F Abstract  Quality of life researchers have been studying “response shift” for a decade now, in an effort to clarify how best to measure QoL over time and across changing circumstances. However, we contend that this line of research has been impeded by conceptual confusion created by the term “response shift”, that lumps together sources of measurement error (e.g., scale recalibration) with true causes of changing QoL (e.g., hedonic adaptation). We propose abandoning the term response shift, in favor of less ambiguous terms, like scale recalibration and adaptation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9592-xAuthors Peter A. Ubel, University of Michigan Center for Behavioral and Decision Sciences in Medicine 300 North Ingalls Buildi... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3224657 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:04:22 +0100 3224657 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3224658&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0v512ht22313wm43%2F Conclusion  Utility in patients with AF and change over time are influenced by demographic and disease-specific variables. Our results can provide useful information on the effect of AF on QoL and input for economic evaluations. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9591-yAuthors Jenny Berg, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institute Solna SwedenPeter Lindgren, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institute Solna SwedenRobby Nieuwlaat, Population Health Research Institute Hamilton CanadaOlivier Bouin, Sanofi-Aventis Paris FranceHarry Crijns, University Hospital Maastricht Department of Cardiology Maastricht The Netherlands Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Rese... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3224658 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:58:10 +0100 3224658 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3207544&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F42vh318190j23224%2F Conclusions  Evidence to date supports the validity of estimates obtained using this method. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9575-yAuthors Sophie Lauzier, Centre de Recherche FRSQ du Centre Hospitalier Affilié Universitaire de Québec Unité de Recherche en Santé des Populations (URESP) 1050 Chemin Sainte-Foy Québec QC G1S 4L8 CanadaElizabeth Maunsell, Centre de Recherche FRSQ du Centre Hospitalier Affilié Universitaire de Québec Unité de Recherche en Santé des Populations (URESP) 1050 Chemin Sainte-Foy Québec QC G1S 4L8 CanadaMélanie Drolet, Centre de Recherche FRSQ du Centre Hospitalier Affilié Universitaire de Québec Unité de Recherche en Santé des Populations (URESP) 1050 Chemin Sainte-Foy Québec QC G1S 4L8 CanadaDouglas Coyle, Univer... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3207544 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:54:19 +0100 3207544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3207545&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb3673553u8720130%2F Conclusions  Although the basic structure of the SF-12 is stable, summary scores derived from oblique rotation are preferable and more consistent with changes in individual scales. On empirical and conceptual grounds, we suggest using summary scores based on oblique CFA. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9582-zAuthors John A. Fleishman, Center for Cost and Financing Studies, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Rockville MD 20852 USAAlfredo J. Selim, Center for Health Quality, Outcomes, and Economic Research (CHQOER), A Health Services Research and Development Center of Excellence, VA Medical Center Bedford MA USALewis E. Kazis, Center for Health Quality, Outcomes, and Economic Research (CHQOER), A Health Services Research and Development Center ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3207545 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:54:18 +0100 3207545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3207546&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa47656p3234g6447%2F Conclusions  These estimates provide preliminary data for decision analysts wishing to map neurogenic UI outcomes to preference scores. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9590-zAuthors William Hollingworth, University of Bristol Department of Social Medicine Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Rd Bristol BS8 2PS UKJonathan D. Campbell, University of Washington Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research and Policy Program Seattle WA USAJonathan Kowalski, Global Health Outcomes Strategy & Research, Allergan, Inc Irvine CA USAArliene Ravelo, Global Health Outcomes Strategy & Research, Allergan, Inc Irvine CA USAIsabelle Girod, Global Health Outcomes Strategy & Research, Allergan, Inc Irvine CA USAAndrew Briggs, University of Glasgow Public Health and Health Policy Glasgow UKSean... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3207546 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:54:16 +0100 3207546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196678&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa21261027h105447%2F Conclusions  Notwithstanding some limitations of this study, it must be concluded that the WHOQOL-BREF should only be used with great caution in cross-national comparisons. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9577-9Authors Peter Theuns, Vrije Universiteit Brussel Vakgroep Experimentele en Toegepaste Psychologie, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, EXTO Pleinlaan 2 1050 Brussel BelgiumJoeri Hofmans, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven Research Group of Quantitative Psychology and Individual Differences Tiensestraat 102 3000 Leuven BelgiumMehrdad Mazaheri, University of Sistan & Baluchestan Department of Psychology Zahedan IranFrederik Van Acker, Vrije Universiteit Brussel Vakgroep Experimentele en Toegepaste Psychologie, Fa... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196678 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:46:40 +0100 3196678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196679&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa674664709224216%2F Conclusions  Associations between moderate-intensity physical activity and HRQOL in older adults merit further evaluation by prospective studies and/or randomized controlled trials. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9588-6Authors Yukitoshi Aoyagi, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology Exercise Sciences Research Group 35-2 Sakaecho Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 173-0015 JapanHyuntae Park, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology Exercise Sciences Research Group 35-2 Sakaecho Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 173-0015 JapanSungjin Park, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology Exercise Sciences Research Group 35-2 Sakaecho Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 173-0015 JapanRoy J. Shephard, University of Toronto Faculty of Physical Education and Health Toronto ON Canada Journal Qu... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196679 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:45:59 +0100 3196679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196680&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9t43717505phj672%2F Conclusions  The findings highlight the trade-offs between the disutility of adjuvant treatment, the higher utility of remission, and the severe utility loss during metastatic disease. The preference values obtained from this study will be useful for informing patients’ treatment decisions and payer cost-utility analyses of adjuvant treatment for colon cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9589-5Authors Jennie H. Best, University of Washington Seattle WA USALouis P. Garrison, University of Washington Seattle WA USAWilliam Hollingworth, University of Washington Seattle WA USAScott D. Ramsey, University of Washington Seattle WA USADavid L. Veenstra, University of Washington Seattle WA USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196680 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:45:58 +0100 3196680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196682&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq55233k432l3p407%2F Conclusions  The guidelines-checklist has the potential to stimulate rigorous and replicable research using the thentest. This checklist might also be of use for journal editors and reviewers as ‘gate keepers’ of stringent research. Many of these suggestions also apply to other methods of detecting response shift. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9585-9Authors Carolyn E. Schwartz, DeltaQuest Foundation, Inc. Concord MA USAMirjam A. G. Sprangers, University of Amsterdam Department of Medical Psychology, Academic Medical Center Meibergdreef 15 1105 AZ Amsterdam The Netherlands Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196682 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:45:57 +0100 3196682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196681&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F10065x5ht08p0462%2F Conclusions  The TUI health classification and survey items show evidence of validity, and may inform economic analysis, once combined with utility weights. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9587-7Authors J. Shannon Swan, Indiana University Department of Radiology 550 N. University Boulevard Indianapolis IN 46202 USAJun Ying, Indiana University Department of Radiology 550 N. University Boulevard Indianapolis IN 46202 USAJames Stahl, Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital Institute for Technology Assessment 101 Merrimac St., 10th Floor Boston MA 02114 USAChung Yin Kong, Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital Institute for Technology Assessment 101 Merrimac St., 10th Floor Boston MA 02114 USABeverly Moy, Massachusetts General... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196681 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:45:57 +0100 3196681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192578&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv84n4l288u378873%2F Conclusions  Evaluation of HRQL should be treated as an additional independent parameter in an assessment of the long-term results of oncological treatment. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9580-1Authors Monika Pogorzala, Nicolaus Copernicus University Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Collegium Medicum ul. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9 85-094 Bydgoszcz PolandJan Styczynski, Nicolaus Copernicus University Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Collegium Medicum ul. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9 85-094 Bydgoszcz PolandAndrzej Kurylak, Nicolaus Copernicus University Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Collegium Medicum ul. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9 85-094 Bydgoszcz PolandRobert Debski, Nicolaus Copernicus University Department of ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192578 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:46:22 +0100 3192578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192579&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4874025v65282271%2F Conclusions  Youth overweight conveyed a long-term positive impact on several aspects of adult HRQL, and this impact may be both direct and indirect through BMI change and the effect on adult BMI. Youth PA had no long-term impact on adult HRQL. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9586-8Authors Katya M. Herman, Queen’s University School of Kinesiology & Health Studies Kingston ON K7L 3N6 CanadaWilma M. Hopman, Queen’s University Clinical Research Centre, Kingston General Hospital, and Department of Community Health and Epidemiology Kingston ON CanadaCora L. Craig, Canadian Fitness & Lifestyle Research Institute Ottawa ON Canada Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192579 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:46:21 +0100 3192579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3178090&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk45pq12816u074xj%2F Conclusions  A substantial lower health-related quality of life is reported in pre-school children with functional abdominal complaints, with effects on physical, emotional and parental domains. The 5-question severity index of abdominal pain appeared a valid tool and may be helpful to quickly assess the severity of abdominal pain in clinical practice. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9583-yAuthors R. Oostenbrink, Erasmus MC-Sophia Rotterdam Outpatient Department Pediatrics Dr Molewaterplein 60, room Sp 1549 3015 GJ Rotterdam The NetherlandsH. Jongman, Erasmus MC-Sophia Rotterdam Outpatient Department Pediatrics Dr Molewaterplein 60, room Sp 1549 3015 GJ Rotterdam The NetherlandsJ. M. Landgraf, HealthActCHQ Boston MA USAH. Raat, Erasmus MC Department ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3178090 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:46:02 +0100 3178090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3178091&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F3867t255366017t3%2F Conclusions  Preliminary evidence suggests the “healthy days” calculation is a valid approach with fixed option responses. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-010-9584-xAuthors Keith John Zullig, West Virginia University Morgantown West Virginia USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3178091 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:46:01 +0100 3178091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3170448&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj3u80l353273k754%2F Conclusions  The MQLI has high internal consistency, can be interpreted in terms of a single factor, and has an adequate convergent validity, although its absolute correlations with depression and with the WHOQOL-BREF were equally high. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9581-0Authors Irene Álvarez, CHM Les Corts Centro de Salud Mental de Adultos de Sarrià-Sant Gervasi Barcelona SpainArturo Bados, Universidad de Barcelona Departamento de Personalidad, Evaluación y Tratamiento Psicológico, Facultad de Psicología Paseo Vall d’Hebron, 171 08035 Barcelona SpainMaribel Peró, Universidad de Barcelona Departamento de Metodología de las Ciencias del Comportamiento, Facultad de Psicología Barcelona Spain Journal Qualit... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3170448 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 06:47:00 +0100 3170448 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3170447&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F33272l1ut4946u63%2F Conclusions  The Greek version of the MOS-HIV had good reliability and validity among patients with AIDS. Convergent and concurrent validity were generally confirmed. The MOS-HIV may be useful in assessing health-related quality of life in AIDS patients in Greece. Further research is needed for the evaluation of the Greek version of the MOS-HIV responsiveness to changes over time. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9573-0Authors Panagiota G. Stasinopoulou, Evaggelismos General Hospital Infectious Diseases & HIV Division, 5th Department of Internal Medicine Athens GreeceChara Tzavara, University of Athens Center for Health Services Research, Department of Hygiene Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Medical School Athens Greec... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3170447 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 06:47:00 +0100 3170447 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3170449&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F16714250m8j86703%2F Conclusions  Obesity is associated with reduced HRQOL among adolescents. The effect in these Singaporean adolescents is similar to that in populations with higher rates of obesity. Awareness of this relationship can make it easier for health professionals, teachers, parents and peers to be supportive of obese adolescents. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9578-8Authors Truls Østbye, Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School Health Services and Systems Research 8 College Road Singapore 169857 SingaporeRahul Malhotra, Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School Health Services and Systems Research 8 College Road Singapore 169857 SingaporeHwee-Bee Wong, Ministry of Health Health Services Research and Evaluation Divis... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3170449 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:23:20 +0100 3170449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162846&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Flw6n387q075u3393%2F Conclusion  It appears that many of the physical aspects of QOL such as energy, freedom from pain, ability to do activities of daily living and to move around are particularly important to older adults. Practitioners should give greater attention to energy, sensory abilities, and pain. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9579-7Authors Anita Molzahn, University of Alberta Edmonton AB CanadaSuzanne M. Skevington, University of Bath Bath UKMary Kalfoss, Diakonova University College Oslo NorwayKara Schick Makaroff, University of Victoria Victoria BC Canada Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162846 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:41:15 +0100 3162846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162847&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv7hu080589002764%2F Conclusion  Psychometric analyses indicated that this initial version of the IOC-CS measures distinct and relevant constructs for young adult survivors of childhood cancer. Future work is necessary to confirm the responsiveness and further validate the instrument in multiple and representative samples. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9576-xAuthors Brad J. Zebrack, University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI USAJanet E. Donohue, University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI USAJames G. Gurney, University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI USAMark A. Chesler, University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI USASmita Bhatia, City of Hope National Medical Center Duarte CA USAWendy Landier, City of Hope National Medical Center Duarte CA USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162847 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:15:50 +0100 3162847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162848&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjr0qh2n38t834712%2F Conclusion  HIV-infected NHL patients had worse QOL and survival than uninfected patients, due to a combination of co-morbidity, aggressive histology and lack of social support. However, their emotional well-being was comparable to that of uninfected NHL patients and better than historical norms for the HIV-infected. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9565-0Authors Catherine Diamond, University of California Irvine Department of Epidemiology Irvine CA 92697-7555 USAThomas H. Taylor, University of California Irvine Department of Epidemiology Irvine CA 92697-7555 USAHoda Anton-Culver, University of California Irvine Department of Epidemiology Irvine CA 92697-7555 USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source:... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162848 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 22:24:01 +0100 3162848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3155506&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fpl8536x82g713022%2F Conclusion  The FLIC provides reliable quality of life measurements in patients with breast cancer. Additional studies would be welcome to validate these results in other populations. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9568-xAuthors Annouschka Laenen, Hasselt University Interuniversity Institute for Biostatistics and statistical Bioinformatics Agoralaan 1 3590 Diepenbeek BelgiumAriel Alonso, Hasselt University Interuniversity Institute for Biostatistics and statistical Bioinformatics Agoralaan 1 3590 Diepenbeek Belgium Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3155506 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:08:22 +0100 3155506 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3141521&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fqr53721l83x67851%2F Conclusions  This review provides a comprehensive overview of somatically ill persons’ self-nominated QoL domains. However, limitations inherent to reviewing qualitative studies (e.g., the varying level of abstraction of patients’ self-defined QoL domains), limitations of the included studies and limitations inherent to the review process, hinder cross-study comparisons. Therefore, we provide guidelines to address shortcomings of qualitative reports amenable to improvement and to stimulate further improvement of conducting and reporting qualitative research aimed at exploring respondents’ self-nominated QoL domains. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9569-9Authors Elsbeth F. Taminiau-Bloem, University of Amsterdam Department of Medical Psycholog... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3141521 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:55:14 +0100 3141521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3141520&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F912ug34331w2845k%2F Conclusions  Participants identified key aspects of role functioning and provided insights on their perception of the impact of health on their role participation. These results will inform item bank generation. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9570-3Authors Milena D. Anatchkova, University of Massachusetts Medical School Department of Quantitative Health Sciences 55 Lake Ave North Worcester MA 01655 USAJakob B. Bjorner, National Research Center for the Working Environment Copenhagen Denmark Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3141520 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:55:14 +0100 3141520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3141522&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F87740447t40k5146%2F Conclusion  The effect of perceived satisfaction from social support was through the mediation variable hope. As it has widely been recognized that community-based support is vital for issues of quality of life, strategies to improve social support and hope intervention programs are strongly encouraged. The results of the study have implications for providing care, treatment, and psycho-social support to maintain or enhance quality of life of PLWHA. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9574-zAuthors Sushil Yadav, Nagoya University Graduate School of International Development Chikusa-Ku Nagoya 464-8601 Japan Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3141522 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 06:52:39 +0100 3141522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3136390&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F320t274087413461%2F Conclusion  This paper presents first evidence of an inverse relationship of noise annoyance and HrQoL in a general population. Although the estimated effects are small to moderate for individuals, they may add up to a relevant public health impact. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9571-2Authors Julia Dratva, Associated Institute of the University of Basel Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine at Swiss Tropical Institute Steinengraben 49 4051 Basel SwitzerlandElisabeth Zemp, Associated Institute of the University of Basel Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine at Swiss Tropical Institute Steinengraben 49 4051 Basel SwitzerlandDenise Felber Dietrich, Associated Institute of the University of Basel Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine a... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3136390 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 16:46:17 +0100 3136390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3135016&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb961g38476864506%2F Conclusion  Under the assumption that drop-out is at random within the patterns, the pattern mixture approach adjusts the estimates to a certain degree. This approach accounts in a relatively simple way for informative drop-out. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9564-1Authors Wendy J. Post, University Medical Center Groningen Department of Epidemiology Hanzeplein 1 P.O. 30001 9700 RB Groningen The NetherlandsCiska Buijs, University Medical Center Groningen Department of Medical Oncology Groningen The NetherlandsRonald P. Stolk, University Medical Center Groningen Department of Epidemiology Hanzeplein 1 P.O. 30001 9700 RB Groningen The NetherlandsElisabeth G. E. de Vries, University Medical Center Groningen Department of Medical Oncology Groningen The Ne... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3135016 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 06:47:56 +0100 3135016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123236&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9077377306233028%2F Conclusions  Pain and fatigue were viewed as having many facets that are associated in complex ways with other aspects of the health/disability condition. From the participants’ perspective, assignment of a pain intensity rating does not represent the complexity of their pain experience. Suggestions are provided for HCPs when communicating about pain and fatigue with people with chronic conditions. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9572-1Authors Kathryn M. Yorkston, University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Box 356490 Seattle WA 98195-6490 USAKurt Johnson, University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Box 356490 Seattle WA 98195-6490 USAErin Boesflug, University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicin... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123236 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:48:37 +0100 3123236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3118029&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff6jq0333023n3lvw%2F Conclusions  LTC residents with PU had slightly though statistically significantly lower HRQOL than those without PU. Comorbidity contributed substantially to the low HRQOL in these populations. Community-weighted MDS-HSI utilities for LTC residents are useful for cost-effectiveness analyses and help guide health policy development. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9563-2Authors Hla-Hla Thein, University Health Network Toronto General Research Institute Toronto ON M5G 2C4 CanadaTara Gomes, Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Medical Advisory Secretariat (MAS) Toronto ON CanadaMurray D. Krahn, University Health Network Toronto General Research Institute Toronto ON M5G 2C4 CanadaWalter P. Wodchis, University of Toronto Toronto Health Economics... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3118029 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:04:11 +0100 3118029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3106556&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjn7g82506ww715j8%2F Conclusions  Overall, our results support the discriminant validity of the 12-item WHO-DAS II for major depression, being quite recommendable its use in epidemiological research. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9566-zAuthors Juan V. Luciano, Sant Boi de Llobregat Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Fundació Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona SpainJosé L. Ayuso-Mateos, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid Departamento de Psiquiatría Madrid SpainAna Fernandez, Sant Boi de Llobregat Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Fundació Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona SpainJaume Aguado, Sant Boi de Llobregat Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Fundació Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona SpainAntoni Serrano-Blanco, Sant Boi de Llobregat Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3106556 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 07:06:22 +0100 3106556 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3099532&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm1t8p07775352u62%2F Conclusions  Quality of life assessment instruments based on urban-living arrangements may not be reliably used with individuals living in rural environments. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9567-yAuthors Chaojie Liu, La Trobe University School of Public Health Bundoora VIC 3086 AustraliaNingxiu Li, Sichuan University West China School of Public Health 610041 Chengdu Sichuan ChinaXiaohui Ren, Sichuan University West China School of Public Health 610041 Chengdu Sichuan ChinaDanping Liu, Sichuan University West China School of Public Health 610041 Chengdu Sichuan China Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3099532 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 07:11:35 +0100 3099532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3088383&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F011x48uw27365631%2F Conclusions  The Hebrew version of the SF-12 appears to be a practical instrument for use among the elderly population and the resulting health domains correlate highly with other measures of functional, physical, and mental health used for the elderly. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9562-3Authors Netta Bentur, Myers-JDC-Brookdale Institute POB 3886 91037 Jerusalem IsraelYaron King, Myers-JDC-Brookdale Institute POB 3886 91037 Jerusalem Israel Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3088383 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:22:31 +0100 3088383 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043449&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy42v0l516076j472%2F Conclusions  The program was feasible to run in the different countries. This exploratory study led to improvements in the program and recommendations for further research. A study on the effectiveness of the program is the next step. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9559-yAuthors L. E. I. A’Campo, Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) Department of Neurology Albinusdreef 2 PO Box 9600 2300 RC Leiden The NetherlandsN. G. A. Spliethoff-Kamminga, Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) Department of Neurology Albinusdreef 2 PO Box 9600 2300 RC Leiden The NetherlandsM. Macht, University of Wuerzburg Institute of Psychotherapy and Medical Psychology Wuerzburg GermanyThe EduPark ConsortiumR. A. C. Roos, Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) Department... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043449 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 07:05:57 +0100 3043449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043450&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fpx0508u411j37172%2F Conclusions  Changes in HRQL predict mortality in the older adults. A decline in HRQL should alert to a worse vital prognosis and stimulate the search for the possible determinants of such decline. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9561-4Authors Andrea Otero-Rodríguez, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid CIBER of Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, School of Medicine C/Arzobispo Morcillo, 2 28029 Madrid SpainLuz María León-Muñoz, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid CIBER of Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, School of Medicine C/Arzobispo Morcillo, 2 28029 Madrid SpainTeresa Balboa-Castillo, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid CIBER of Epidem... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043450 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 07:05:56 +0100 3043450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043451&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F38n0g1v7302770u0%2F Conclusions  Using several polytomous items in a calibrated unidimensional bank to measure depressive symptoms yielded a CAT that provided marginally superior efficiency compared to static short forms. The efficiency of a two-stage semi-adaptive testing strategy was so close to CAT that it warrants further consideration and study. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9560-5Authors Seung W. Choi, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Department of Medical Social Sciences 710 N. Lake Shore Dr Chicago IL 60611 USASteven P. Reise, University of California, Los Angeles Department of Psychology Los Angeles CA USAPaul A. Pilkonis, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Department of Psychiatry Pittsburgh PA USARon D. Hays, University of California... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043451 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:14:17 +0100 3043451 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043452&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fav16384r6r22g288%2F Conclusion  Regression equations predicting HUI3 and HUI2 utilities based on OM8-30 facet and domain scores have been developed. These provide an empirical basis for estimating quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) for interventions in children with OME. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9558-zAuthors Helen Dakin, University of Oxford Health Economics Research Centre, Department of Public Health Old Road Campus Headington Oxford OX3 7LF UKStavros Petrou, University of Oxford Health Economics Research Centre, Department of Public Health Old Road Campus Headington Oxford OX3 7LF UKMark Haggard, University of Cambridge MRC Multi-centre Otitis Media Study Group, Department of Experimental Psychology Cambridge UKSarah Benge, University of Southampton, Aldermoo... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043452 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:14:16 +0100 3043452 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3032977&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk070612533113155%2F Conclusions  Our study adds evidence supporting the negative association between of husbands’ alcohol drinking and their wives’ health as measured by the SF-36 HRQOL, especially for mental health. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9557-0Authors Pei-Jen Chang, National Taipei College of Nursing Department of Nursing Taipei Taiwan, ROCLi-Yao Wu, National Taiwan University College of Public Health Institute of Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene 17 Syujhou Road Taipei 10055 Taiwan, ROCYi Chun Chen, Taipei Medical University School of Nutrition and Health Sciences Taipei Taiwan, ROCChao-Hua Chuang, Chang Jung Christian University Department of Nursing Tainan County Taiwan, ROCWu-Shiun Hsieh, National Taiwan University Hospital and National Taiw... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3032977 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:09:42 +0100 3032977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3022121&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh45756j735045gp1%2F Conclusions  Measuring QOL reliably and validly through self-report may be possible in psychiatric patients with only very slight cognitive impairment. Therefore, interviewer-administered instruments that measure QOL may be preferable to questionnaires in psychiatric settings. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9556-1Authors Takeshi Nishiyama, Nagoya City University Hospital Clinical Trial Management Center 1 Mizuho-cho, Mizuho-ku Nagoya 467-8602 JapanNorio Ozaki, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry Nagoya Japan Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3022121 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:37:12 +0100 3022121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3011283&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl2642626pn5rxm5j%2F Conclusions  The SAMHSA consensus statement appeared to contain valid concepts for Chinese subjects. It presented new challenges for psychiatric rehabilitation and reminded the policy makers that there is much more psychiatric rehabilitation can achieve beyond symptom control and patient management. It also demonstrated that resolve and the commitment of resources to combat stigma, develop resilience, and foster patient empowerment were very much needed in Hong Kong and perhaps in Asia and elsewhere. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9555-2Authors Marcus Y. L. Chiu, Hong Kong Baptist University Department of Social Work Kowloon Tong Hong Kong SAR People’s Republic of ChinaWinnie W. N. Ho, Hong Kong Baptist University Department of Social Work Kowloo... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3011283 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:34:12 +0100 3011283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2998569&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjvn7833m0223022r%2F Conclusions  The PAM is a reliable, valid measure of patient activation for individuals undergoing elective lumbar spine surgery and may have clinical utility in identifying those at risk for poor engagement in postsurgical rehabilitation. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9549-0Authors Richard L. Skolasky, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Baltimore MD USAEllen J. Mackenzie, The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health Department of Health Policy and Management Baltimore MD USALee H. Riley, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Baltimore MD USAStephen T. Wegener, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Department of Physical Medicine an... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2998569 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:52:47 +0100 2998569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2993626&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp446541521675648%2F Conclusions  An interval-level score for locomotor disability was created from five items of the PF-10 completed in a general population of adults aged 50 years and over. Further work is needed to assess the generalisability of this Rasch score to other populations and to determine a clinically meaningful change score. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9553-4Authors Sara Muller, Keele University Arthritis Research Campaign National Primary Care Centre, Primary Care Sciences Keele Staffordshire ST5 5BG UKElaine Thomas, Keele University Arthritis Research Campaign National Primary Care Centre, Primary Care Sciences Keele Staffordshire ST5 5BG UKGeorge Peat, Keele University Arthritis Research Campaign National Primary Care Centre, Primary Care Scien... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2993626 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:22:49 +0100 2993626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2993627&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx8053r5666007114%2F Abstract  Copyright laws are intended to protect the rights of authors in their literary, scientific, and artistic works. The recent controversy about the standardized version of the Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire between Elizabeth Juniper and Eirini Grammatopoulou et al. is an example of the difficulties inherent to copyright faced by developers and users of patient-reported outcome (PRO) instruments. This brief communication presents the basics of international copyright laws (i.e., the Berne Convention), the facts behind the controversy, and our analysis of the case based on our experience as a distributing center of PRO instruments. We conclude that better communication between developers and users would prevent most unfortunate complications and misunderstandings.... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2993627 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:22:31 +0100 2993627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2962268&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl2p2101g58878487%2F Conclusions  The findings support the responsiveness and longitudinal validity of the scales. Changes in domain scores of, or exceeding, the MDC90 (6–8) are likely to be beyond measurement error; further work is required to refine the estimate of change that can be considered important. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9550-7Authors Christopher Morris, University of Oxford Department of Public Health Old Road Campus Oxford OX3 7LF UKHelen Doll, University of Oxford Department of Public Health Old Road Campus Oxford OX3 7LF UKNeville Davies, University of Oxford Nuffield Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Oxford UKAndrew Wainwright, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre Oxford UKTim Theologis, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre Oxford UKKeith Willett, University of Ox... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2962268 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:30:09 +0100 2962268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2962269&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fcx0v2n113v909125%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9551-6Authors Dennis A. Revicki, United Biosource Corporation Bethesda MD USACarolyn E. Schwartz, Delta Quest Foundation Inc. Concord MA USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2962269 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:02:38 +0100 2962269 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2948163&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft763825767614r1u%2F Conclusions  The OR-SDS CME-based composite score demonstrates evidence of construct validity and appears appropriate for use in evaluating patients’ opioid-related side effect burden in future postoperative clinical trials. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9547-2Authors Kitty S. Chan, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Department of Health Policy and Management 624 North Broadway, Room 633 Baltimore MD 21205 USAWen-Hung Chen, United BioSource Corporation Center for Health Outcomes Research Bethesda MD USAT. J. Gan, Duke University Medical Center Department of Anesthesiology Durham NC USARay Hsieh, United BioSource Corporation Center for Health Outcomes Research Bethesda MD USAConnie Chen, Pfizer Outcomes Research New York NY USAMani Lak... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2948163 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:37:43 +0100 2948163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2942481&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj0x481l2307r5672%2F Conclusions  QOL domains and facets contributed differently to overall QOL at various time points across treatment in women with early stage breast cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9548-1Authors Brenda L. Den Oudsten, Tilburg University CoRPS - Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic Diseases, Department of Medical Psychology P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsJolanda De Vries, Tilburg University CoRPS - Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic Diseases, Department of Medical Psychology P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsAlida F. W. Van der Steeg, Emma Children’s Hospital AMC and VU Medical Centre Department of Pediatric Surgery Amsterdam The NetherlandsJan A. Roukema, Tilburg University CoRPS - Center of Research... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2942481 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:26:18 +0100 2942481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2930090&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl65503m5l671224t%2F Conclusions  The EQ-VAS and PG-VAS scores are not interchangeable at the individual level. The EQ-VAS correlated more strongly with disease-specific and health-related quality of life measures, therefore, appears preferable. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9546-3Authors Mark J. Harrison, The University of Manchester arc Epidemiology Unit Stopford Building, Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PT UKAnnelies Boonen, Maastricht University Medical Center Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology P Debyelaan 25 6229 HX Maastricht The NetherlandsPeter Tugwell, University of Ottawa Canada Research Chair, Professor of Medicine & Epidemiology, Epidemiology & Community Medicine 451 Smyth Road Ottawa ON K1H 8M5 CanadaDeborah P. M. Symmons, The University ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2930090 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 07:55:33 +0100 2930090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2922643&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F31857635864qr822%2F Conclusion  Urinary incontinence is a frequent problem for women visiting PHC centers, affecting negatively their quality of life. Besides incontinence severity, Turkey as place of residence emerged as another essential predictor of impaired quality of life, suggesting that other social and cultural factors may also play an important role. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9545-4Authors Stella Anifantaki, University of Crete Clinic of Social and Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Heraklion GreeceTuncay Muge Filiz, Kocaeli University Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Izmit Kocaeli TurkeyAthanasios Alegakis, University of Crete Clinic of Social and Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Heraklion GreecePinar Topsever, Acibadem University... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2922643 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:20:49 +0100 2922643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2907716&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc9012h366l357494%2F Conclusion  Health researchers studying health status of culturally diverse populations should be aware that different preference-based health indices may lead to different results. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9544-5Authors Nan Luo, National University of Singapore Department of Epidemiology and Public Health & Centre for Health Services Research, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine 16 Medical Drive, Block MD3 Singapore 117597 SingaporeYu Ko, National University of Singapore Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Science Singapore SingaporeJeffrey A. Johnson, University of Alberta Department of Public Health Sciences Edmonton AB CanadaStephen Joel Coons, Patient-Reported Outcomes Consortium, Critical Path Institute Tucson AZ USA Journal Quality of ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2907716 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:30:48 +0100 2907716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878580&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F341540r3867142qp%2F Conclusions  There is a significant association between BMI and HRQoL in men and women in the general population. Nearly all aspects of HRQoL are adversely affected by elevated BMI. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9541-8Authors F. Søltoft, University of Copenhagen Faculty of Life Science, Institute of Food and Resource Economics Rolighedsvej 25 1958 Frederiksberg C DenmarkM. Hammer, Novo Nordisk A/S Krogshøjvej 55 2880 Bagsværd DenmarkN. Kragh, Novo Nordisk A/S Krogshøjvej 55 2880 Bagsværd Denmark Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878580 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 07:08:40 +0100 2878580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2870958&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F11056j016351623v%2F Conclusions  Younger old adults can be prepared for further ageing by increasing their network of friends and engaging with the wider community while they are able. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9543-6Authors Paola Zaninotto, University College London Department of Epidemiology & Public Health 1-19 Torrington Place London WC1E 6BT UKEmanuela Falaschetti, UCL Institute of Child Health 30 Guilford Street London WC1N 1EH UKAmanda Sacker, University of Essex Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER) Wivenhoe Park Colchester CO4 3SQ UK Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2870958 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:39:44 +0100 2870958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2850288&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw37x86j4p890k353%2F Conclusions  As measured by the disease-specific HeRQoLED and generic instruments, QOL in patients with ED improved after 1 year of treatment, though it did not reach the values of the general population. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9542-7Authors P. Muñoz, Ortuella Mental Health Center Department of Psychiatry Ortuella, Bizkaia SpainJ. M. Quintana, Galdakao-Usansolo Hospital-CIBER, Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP) Research Unit Galdakao, Bizkaia SpainC. Las Hayas, Galdakao-Usansolo Hospital-CIBER, Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP) Research Unit Galdakao, Bizkaia SpainU. Aguirre, Galdakao-Usansolo Hospital-CIBER, Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP) Research Unit Galdakao, Bizkaia SpainA. Padierna, Galdakao-Usansolo Hosp... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2850288 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:37:53 +0100 2850288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2850289&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd7h56n38636p5323%2F Conclusions  It is hoped this paper will stimulate further discussion regarding best practices for establishing content validity so that, as the PRO field moves forward, qualitative research can be evaluated for quality and acceptability according to scientifically established principles. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9540-9Authors Meryl Brod, The Brod Group 219 Julia Avenue Mill Valley CA 94941 USALaura E. Tesler, The Brod Group 219 Julia Avenue Mill Valley CA 94941 USATorsten L. Christensen, Novo Nordisk A/S, Global Development Krogshøjvej 29 2880 Bagsværd Denmark Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2850289 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:02:16 +0100 2850289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2835955&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft5154h174h830l15%2F Conclusions  The comparative responsiveness of the EQ-5D and SF-6D differs according to the direction of change. The level of mean change of the EQ-5D relative to the SF-6D has implications for cost-effectiveness analysis. Use of the SF-6D in patients with severe progressive disease may be inappropriate. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9539-2Authors M. J. Harrison, The University of Manchester ARC Epidemiology Unit, Stopford Building Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PT UKL. M. Davies, University of Manchester Health Economics Research at Manchester, Health Methodology Research Group, School of Community Based Medicine 1st Floor, University Place Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL UKN. J. Bansback, St Paul’s Hospital Centre for Health Evaluation and Outcome ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2835955 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:54:09 +0100 2835955 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2833803&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F140883h025204ml4%2F Conclusions  For the first time, gender and age differences in children’s and adolescents’ HRQOL across Europe were assessed using a comprehensive and standardised instrument. Gender and age differences exist for most HRQOL scales. Differences in HRQOL across Europe point to the importance of national contexts for youth’s well-being. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9538-3Authors Gisela Michel, University of Bern Department of Social and Behavioural Health Research, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine Niesenweg 6 3012 Bern SwitzerlandCorinna Bisegger, University of Bern Department of Social and Behavioural Health Research, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine Niesenweg 6 3012 Bern SwitzerlandDaniela C. Fuhr, University of Bern Dep... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2833803 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:50:57 +0100 2833803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2818556&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjj46807gv1m000k6%2F Conclusions  The MSPP has good validity and acceptable reproducibility. Its distinguishing features are its focus on actual social participation and the possibility to calculate both diversity and frequency scores. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9537-4Authors Godelief M. J. Mars, Maastricht University School for Public Health and Primary Care P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The NetherlandsGertrudis I. J. M. Kempen, Maastricht University School for Public Health and Primary Care P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The NetherlandsMarcel W. M. Post, Rehabilitation Centre De Hoogstraat Rembrandtkade 10 3583 TM Utrecht The NetherlandsIreen M. Proot, Maastricht University School for Public Health and Primary Care P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The NetherlandsI... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2818556 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:36:20 +0100 2818556 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2812024&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx60921183v739576%2F Conclusions  Generic indexes capture differences in HRQoL in population-based studies of CHD similarly to a score constructed from questions probing CVD-specific symptoms. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9533-8Authors Noelle C. Garster, University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Population Health Sciences WARF Office Building Room 707, 610 Walnut Street Madison WI 53726 USAMari Palta, University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Population Health Sciences WARF Office Building Room 707, 610 Walnut Street Madison WI 53726 USANancy K. Sweitzer, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics Department of Medicine, Heart Failure Program E5/582 CSC Mail Code 5710, 600 Highland Avenue Madison WI 53792 USARobert M. Kaplan, University of California Los Ange... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2812024 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:17:23 +0100 2812024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2812025&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft82104232u800778%2F Conclusion  Impaired parent-reported QOL in children and adolescents with obesity was attributable to their elevated levels of psychopathology. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9535-6Authors Silje Steinsbekk, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Department of Psychology Dragvoll 7491 Trondheim NorwayThomas Jozefiak, St. Olavs Hospital Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 7433 Trondheim NorwayRønnaug Ødegård, St. Olavs Hospital Department of Pediatrics Olav Kyrres gt 17 7030 Trondheim NorwayLars Wichstrøm, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Department of Psychology Dragvoll 7491 Trondheim Norway Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Resear... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2812025 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:00:40 +0100 2812025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2812026&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr10507437l1x456r%2F Conclusion  Further work is needed to test these findings, but the results suggest that the global QOL scale in the QLQ-C30 is difficult to interpret and it should be considered within the context of other clinical and patient reported outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9534-7Authors Martin Rutegård, Unit of Esophageal and Gastric Research (ESOGAR) Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet Stockholm SwedenRachael Hughes, University of Bristol Department of Social Medicine, Canynge Hall 39 Whatley Road Bristol BS8 2PS UKPernilla Lagergren, Unit of Esophageal and Gastric Research (ESOGAR) Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet Stockholm SwedenJane M. Blazeby, University of Bristol Department... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2812026 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:00:39 +0100 2812026 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2812027&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Frm98p55182247407%2F Conclusions  Among the studied variables, comorbidity and graft function were the main factors associated with the PCSc, and sociodemographic variables and graft function were the main determinants of MCSc. Despite comprehensive, the final regression models explained only a little part of the heath-related quality of life variance. Additional factors, such as personal, environmental and clinical ones might influence quality of life perceived by the patients after kidney transplantation. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9536-5Authors Maristela Bohlke, Universidade Católica de Pelotas Pelotas BrazilStela S. Marini, Universidade Católica de Pelotas Pelotas BrazilMarcos Rocha, Universidade Católica de Pelotas Pelotas BrazilLisoneide Terhorst, Universi... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2812027 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:00:38 +0100 2812027 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2768103&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fqk353n00652p0533%2F Conclusion  Although all three classification systems have a lot in common, they differ so much that EQ-5D, HUI II and SF-6D would produce different valuations even if these valuations were determined according to the same principle. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9525-8Authors Uwe Konerding, University of Bamberg Trimberg Research Academy c/o Kapuziner Straße 16 96047 Bamberg GermanyJörn Moock, University of Greifswald Institute for Community Medicine Walther-Rathenau-Straße 48 17475 Greifswald GermanyThomas Kohlmann, University of Greifswald Institute for Community Medicine Walther-Rathenau-Straße 48 17475 Greifswald Germany Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2768103 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:02:28 +0100 2768103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2768102&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F100xn832930u0072%2F Conclusions  Findings may help elucidate psychosocial factors contributing to quality of life among women with IBS. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9532-9Authors Sabrina C. Voci, University of Windsor Department of Psychology 401 Sunset Avenue Windsor ON N9B 3P4 CanadaKenneth M. Cramer, University of Windsor Department of Psychology 401 Sunset Avenue Windsor ON N9B 3P4 Canada Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2768102 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:02:28 +0100 2768102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2745365&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr5711765721m78g1%2F Conclusions  A recurrent dislocation of the hip arthroplasty in the treatment of patients with femoral neck fractures seems to result in a persisting deterioration in the HRQoL, while patients with a single dislocation seem to experience only a temporary deterioration. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9531-xAuthors Anders Enocson, Stockholm Söder Hospital Karolinska Institutet, Department of Clinical Science and Education, Section for Orthopaedics 118 83 Stockholm SwedenHans Pettersson, Stockholm Söder Hospital Karolinska Institutet, Department of Clinical Science and Education, Statistics Section Stockholm SwedenSari Ponzer, Stockholm Söder Hospital Karolinska Institutet, Department of Clinical Science and Education, Section for Orthopaedics 118 83... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2745365 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:06:55 +0100 2745365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2745366&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh1q2u7kn85642248%2F Conclusions  SF-36 responsiveness was better than that of two PD-targeted measures, yet those measures had content that significantly explains PD patients’ HRQOL. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9530-yAuthors Carlos A. Brown, UCLA/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Los Angeles CA USAEric M. Cheng, UCLA/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Los Angeles CA USARon D. Hays, UCLA Los Angeles CA USAStefanie D. Vassar, UCLA/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Los Angeles CA USABarbara G. Vickrey, UCLA/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Los Angeles CA USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2745366 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:06:54 +0100 2745366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2743262&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl3p06x285383566q%2F Conclusion  The use of these search filters will contribute to evidence-based selection of measurement instruments in all medical fields. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9528-5Authors Caroline B. Terwee, VU University Medical Center Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and the EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research van der Boechorststraat 7 1081 BT Amsterdam The NetherlandsElise P. Jansma, VU University Medical Library Amsterdam The NetherlandsIngrid I. Riphagen, VU University Medical Library Amsterdam The NetherlandsHenrica C. W. de Vet, VU University Medical Center Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and the EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research van der Boechorststraat 7 1081 BT Amsterdam The Netherlands Journal Qua... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2743262 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:54:58 +0100 2743262 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2736901&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F22270152tv73251t%2F Conclusion  The short QuickDASH can be recommended for a summary assessment of arm symptoms and function based on the total score in the daily clinical rush. For differentiated assessment of symptoms and function, e.g. for clinical studies, the full-length DASH provides more specific and sophisticated results. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9529-4Authors Felix Angst, Schulthess Klinik Department of Upper Extremity and Hand Surgery Lengghalde 2 8008 Zurich SwitzerlandJörg Goldhahn, Schulthess Klinik Department of Upper Extremity and Hand Surgery Lengghalde 2 8008 Zurich SwitzerlandSusann Drerup, Schulthess Klinik Department of Upper Extremity and Hand Surgery Lengghalde 2 8008 Zurich SwitzerlandMatthias Flury, Schulthess Klinik Department of Upper E... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2736901 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:00:18 +0100 2736901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2729153&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg3v6640573q07254%2F Conclusions  Since reported number of bodily symptoms is both associated with physical HRQOL and treatable in its own right, our findings suggest a possible new avenue to improve the HRQOL in patients with chronic physical disease. Whether this offers greater benefit than treatments for anxiety and depression needs further research. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9527-6Authors Thomas Hyphantis, University of Ioannina Department of Psychiatry, Medical School 45110 Ioannina GreeceBarbara Tomenson, University of Manchester Psychiatry Research Group, Medical School Manchester UKVassiliki Paika, University of Ioannina Department of Psychiatry, Medical School 45110 Ioannina GreeceAugoustina Almyroudi, University of Ioannina Department of Psychiatry, Medic... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2729153 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:49:24 +0100 2729153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2724096&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr3qg7148n5410286%2F Conclusion  This study demonstrated that several domains of HRQOL were significantly associated with survival in a large group of patients with localized prostate cancer. This association was maintained over the course of disease regardless of the time of the assessment. Results from our study have both research and clinical relevance. They could provide information that enable us to not only improve communication with patients and families, but also to develop interventions and treatments best suited for the patient. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9526-7Authors Natalia Sadetsky, UCSF San Francisco CA USAAlan Hubbard, UCSF San Francisco CA USAPeter R. Carroll, UCSF San Francisco CA USAWilliam Satariano, UCSF San Francisco CA USA Journal Qual... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2724096 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:53:46 +0100 2724096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2722656&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh74gx24210vr4580%2F Conclusions  This work has empirically developed a descriptive system for the dimensions of HRQoL identified in previous research. Further research is needed to test the descriptive system on a paediatric population and reduce the number of dimensions to be amenable to health state valuation. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9524-9Authors Katherine Stevens, The University of Sheffield Health Economics and Decision Science, School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR) Regent Court, 30 Regent Street Sheffield S1 4DA UK Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2722656 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 09:07:02 +0100 2722656 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2715130&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6447407228767278%2F Conclusion  These findings support the assumption of a complex and indirect relationship between chronic pain and GQOL. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9515-xAuthors Astrid K. Wahl, University of Oslo Institute of Nursing and Health Sciences, Medical Faculty Pb.1153 Blindern 0316 Oslo NorwayTone Rustøen, Rikshospitalet–Radiumhospitalet Centre for Shared Decision Making and Nursing Research Oslo NorwayBerit Rokne, University of Bergen Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care, Medical Faculty Bergen NorwayAnners Lerdal, Buskerud University College Department of Health Sciences Drammen NorwayØistein Knudsen, Directorate for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning Tonsberg NorwayChristine Miaskowski, Rikshospitalet–Radiumhospitalet Centre ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2715130 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:26:59 +0100 2715130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2698473&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4827j4n745251484%2F Conclusions  Cognitive interviews were critical for item refinement in the development of the PROMIS measure of sexual function. Efforts are underway to validate the measure in larger cancer populations. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9523-xAuthors Alice K. Fortune-Greeley, Duke Clinical Research Institute Center for Clinical and Genetic Economics PO Box 17969 Durham NC 27715 USAKathryn E. Flynn, Duke Clinical Research Institute Center for Clinical and Genetic Economics PO Box 17969 Durham NC 27715 USADiana D. Jeffery, National Cancer Institute Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences Bethesda MD USAMegan S. Williams, Duke University School of Nursing Durham NC USAFrancis J. Keefe, Duke University, School of Medicine Department of Psychiatr... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2698473 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:55:46 +0100 2698473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2698474&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa2j8215619174402%2F Conclusions  The structure and validity of the MAX-PC to quantify PC-specific anxiety were largely confirmed in Dutch patients. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9516-9Authors Roderick C. N. van den Bergh, Erasmus University Medical Center Department of Urology Room NH-227 P.O. Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam The NetherlandsIda J. Korfage, Erasmus University Medical Center Department of Public Health Rotterdam The NetherlandsGerard J. J. M. Borsboom, Erasmus University Medical Center Department of Public Health Rotterdam The NetherlandsEwout W. Steyerberg, Erasmus University Medical Center Department of Public Health Rotterdam The NetherlandsMarie-Louise Essink-Bot, Erasmus University Medical Center Department of Public Health Rott... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2698474 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:02:02 +0100 2698474 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2681010&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk33536h233753224%2F Conclusions  About 50% of patients have similar classifications of their level of function, symptoms, and needs, but discordance was common among patients with deficits in at least one area, emphasizing the importance of assessing all of these outcomes as part of patient evaluations. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9519-6Authors Claire F. Snyder, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine 624 N. Broadway, Room 657 Baltimore MD 21205 USAElizabeth Garrett-Mayer, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD USAAmanda L. Blackford, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD USAJulie R. Brahmer, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD USAMichael A. Carducci, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD USARoberto Pili, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Ba... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2681010 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:37:47 +0100 2681010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2681011&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj2r31768002r7385%2F Conclusions  Using the formula based on the logistic regression analysis results, a number of certain groups of survivors to be recruited from state registry can be calculated in order to have a present number of caregivers to contact for participation into a caregiver study. This is practical and valuable information, which fosters research that uses state cancer registries and increases the generalizability of findings to multiple types of cancer and different stages of cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9518-7Authors Youngmee Kim, American Cancer Society Atlanta GA USADeborah A. Kashy, Michigan State University East Lansing MI USAChiew Kwei Kaw, American Cancer Society Atlanta GA USATenbroeck Smith, American Cancer Society Atlanta GA USARach... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2681011 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:37:59 +0100 2681011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2669987&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fxm6554200805j743%2F Conclusion  Our study indicates that general organizational conditions can have an influence on the extent of agreement. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9520-0Authors Erik Farin, University Medical Center Freiburg Department of Quality Management and Social Medicine Engelbergerstr. 21 79106 Freiburg Germany Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2669987 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:53:46 +0100 2669987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2669986&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp813072m6g41r575%2F Conclusions  Statistically significant DIF was identified in some items but represented negligible clinical impact. Results suggested no need to adjust items for DIF when assessing FS outcomes across groups of patients with knee impairments who answer the knee CAT items in English in the United States or Hebrew in Israel. These findings suggest negligible differences in cultural perceptions between English and Hebrew wording of these knee-specific CAT FS items. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9517-8Authors Dennis L. Hart, Focus On Therapeutic Outcomes, Inc. P.O. Box 11444 Knoxville TN 37939 USADaniel Deutscher, Maccabi Healthcare Services Physical Therapy Services 27 Hamered Street Tel Aviv IsraelPaul K. Crane, University of Washington Division of G... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2669986 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:53:46 +0100 2669986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2669988&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe1p38mml11r60830%2F Discussion  Our scenarios suggest that translation differences in an item can result in small, but clinically important, differences at the scale score level. This is more likely to be problematic for observational studies than for clinical trials, where randomised groups are stratified by centre. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9521-zAuthors Neil W. Scott, University of Aberdeen Section of Population Health, Institute of Applied Health Sciences Polwarth Building, Foresterhill Aberdeen AB25 2ZD UKPeter M. Fayers, University of Aberdeen Section of Population Health, Institute of Applied Health Sciences Polwarth Building, Foresterhill Aberdeen AB25 2ZD UKNeil K. Aaronson, Netherlands Cancer Institute Division of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology A... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2669988 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:53:45 +0100 2669988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2669989&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp45688943865m728%2F Conclusions  Mood disorders and chronic pain negatively affect HRQOL of PC patients. Especial efforts should be made to detect and treat mental disorders and chronic pain at this level. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9522-yAuthors Alejandra Pinto-Meza, Sant Joan de Déu-SSM, Fundació Sant Joan De Déu Barcelona SpainAnna Fernández, Sant Joan de Déu-SSM, Fundació Sant Joan De Déu Barcelona SpainMiquel Angel Fullana, Sant Joan de Déu-SSM, Fundació Sant Joan De Déu Barcelona SpainJosep Maria Haro, Sant Joan de Déu-SSM, Fundació Sant Joan De Déu Barcelona SpainDiego Palao, Corporació Sanitaria Parc Taulí, Sabadell Barcelona SpainJuan Vicente Luciano, Sant Joan de Déu-SSM, Fundació Sant Joan De Déu Barcelona SpainAntoni Serrano-Blanco, San... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2669989 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:05:26 +0100 2669989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2644254&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy7637r026j724580%2F Conclusions  In everyday practice, paying attention to and reducing patients’ symptoms and their impact on daily life is important when aiming at improving HRQoL. Special attention should be given to patients who have undergone surgery, and to newly diagnosed patients. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9514-yAuthors Johanna Haapamäki, Helsinki University Central Hospital Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology P.O. Box 340 00029 HUS, Helsinki FinlandUlla Turunen, Helsinki University Central Hospital Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology P.O. Box 340 00029 HUS, Helsinki FinlandRisto P. Roine, Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District Group Administration Helsinki FinlandMartti A. Färkkilä, Helsinki University Central Hospit... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2644254 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 04:34:22 +0100 2644254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2644255&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F37715t0w40356064%2F Conclusions  XELOX was generally considered a significantly preferable chemotherapy regimen compared to FOLFOX4 for CRC in Japan. Almost all Grade 3/4 AEs and stoma significantly decreased utility scores. These differences are dependent on the accuracy of the health state description and to confirm these results. In future research, it would be preferable that preference-based HRQoL measures are used directly in patients if utility scores are practically measurable by such method. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9513-zAuthors Takeru Shiroiwa, The University of Tokyo Department of Drug Policy and Management, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Tokyo JapanTakashi Fukuda, The University of Tokyo Department of Health Economics and Epidemiology Re... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2644255 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:25:32 +0100 2644255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2639416&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F13742j326733q3w2%2F Conclusions  Baseline negative and positive affect contribute independently to patient-reported health status 12 months post PCI. Positive affect moderated the detrimental effects of negative affect on overall health status. Enhancing positive affect might be an important target to improve patient-centered outcomes in coronary artery disease. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9511-1Authors Henneke Versteeg, Tilburg University CoRPS—Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic diseases, Department of Medical Psychology P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsSusanne S. Pedersen, Tilburg University CoRPS—Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic diseases, Department of Medical Psychology P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsRuud ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2639416 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 02:18:30 +0100 2639416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2633284&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp502014063722678%2F Conclusions  The PAM-D has substantial reliability and validity in a low-income, inner-city population of Type 2 diabetes patients and may be valuable for understanding multidimensional perceptions driving patients’ treatment preferences. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9510-2Authors Patrick O. Monahan, Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Medicine 410 W. Tenth Street, Suite 3000 Indianapolis IN 46202-3012 USAKathleen A. Lane, Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Medicine 410 W. Tenth Street, Suite 3000 Indianapolis IN 46202-3012 USARisa P. Hayes, Eli Lilly & Company DC 1833 Indianapolis IN 46285 USAColleen A. McHorney, U.S. Outcomes Research, Merck & Company, Inc. West Point PA USADavid G. Marrero, Indiana University S... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2633284 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:12:40 +0100 2633284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2633285&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp673486086p754v1%2F Conclusion  For long-term evaluation of THA patients, clinicians and health researchers should weight both measures equally and should also consider co-morbidities. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9512-0Authors Hon-Yi Shi, Kaohsiung Medical University Graduate Institute of Healthcare Administration 100 Shih-Chun 1st Road Kaohsiung TaiwanLih-Wen Mau, Hennipen County Medical Center Chronic Disease Research Group Minneapolis MN USAJe-Ken Chang, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital Department of Orthopaedics Kaohsiung TaiwanJun-Wen Wang, Kaohsiung Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital Department of Orthopaedics Kaohsiung TaiwanHerng-Chia Chiu, Kaohsiung Medical University Graduate Institute of Healthcare Administration 100 Shih-Chun 1st Road Kaohsiung Taiwan ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2633285 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:12:39 +0100 2633285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2605100&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg44w570254736158%2F Conclusions  The psychometric tests performed here provide evidence of the reliability and validity of the TOS and MSCS for evaluating symptom severity and change in HAE patients. The TOS and MSCS score provide an example of measurement methodology that may be used to precisely capture symptom severity and change in a disease characterized by acute attacks. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9509-8Authors Margaret K. Vernon, Center for Health Outcomes Research United BioSource Corporation 7101 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USAAnne M. Rentz, Center for Health Outcomes Research United BioSource Corporation 7101 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USAKathleen W. Wyrwich, Center for Health Outcomes Research United BioSource Corpora... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2605100 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:10:26 +0100 2605100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2592857&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F93hu72x083657751%2F Conclusions  All seven surveys have a substantial number of items with high readability levels that may not be appropriate for the general population. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9506-yAuthors Sylvia H. Paz, UCLA School of Public Health Department of Health Services P.O. Box 951772 Los Angeles CA 90095-1772 USAHonghu Liu, UCLA Division of General Internal Medicine and Health Services Research UCLA Department of Medicine 911 Broxton Plaza Los Angeles CA 90095-1736 USAMarie N. Fongwa, UCLA School of Nursing 700 Tiverton Ave., 3-238 Factor Building P.O. Box 956917 Los Angeles CA 90095-6917 USALeo S. Morales, UCLA Division of General Internal Medicine and Health Services Research UCLA Department of Medicine 911 Broxton Plaza Los Angeles CA 90095-1736 ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2592857 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 08:23:35 +0100 2592857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2592858&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp7062433443n4qr1%2F Conclusions  The Italian version of MOXFQ is a valid and reliable instrument for evaluating foot pain and functional status in patients affected by hallux valgus. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9508-9Authors Andrea Marinozzi, Campus Bio-Medico University Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200 00128 Rome ItalyNicolò Martinelli, Campus Bio-Medico University Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200 00128 Rome ItalyManlio Panascì, Campus Bio-Medico University Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200 00128 Rome ItalyFrancesco Cancilleri, Campus Bio-Medico University Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery Via Alvaro del P... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2592858 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:19:02 +0100 2592858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2590491&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F51321154634817g6%2F Conclusions  Results suggested that the majority of items were problematic for the homeless and require substantial modifications to make the pain impact bank relevant to this population. Additional recommendations include involving homeless in future item bank development, conducting research on the topic of pain and homelessness, and using cognitive interviewing in other types of health disparities research. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9507-xAuthors Rebecca Matter, University of Washington Center for Technology and Disability Studies Box 357920 Seattle WA 98195-7920 USASusan Kline, Public Health—Seattle and King County 2124 Fourth Avenue Seattle WA 98121 USAKaron F. Cook, University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Box 357920 Seatt... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2590491 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:13:24 +0100 2590491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2568239&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F455u222785867270%2F Conclusion  There was a trend in favour of IF over CF in time-to-progression. The IF group also demonstrated a better safety profile than CF and a better QL on a number of multi-item scales, suggesting that IF offers an alternative first-line platinum-free treatment option for advanced gastric cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9493-zAuthors Desmond Curran, Omega Research 189 Shanliss Rd. Santry, Dublin 9 IrelandCarmelo Pozzo, Catholic University of Sacred Heart 00100 Rome ItalyJerzy Zaluski, Wielkopolskie Centrum Onkologii Poznan Poznan PolandMagdalena Dank, Semmelweis University Budapest 78/a HungaryCarlo Barone, Catholic University of Sacred Heart 00100 Rome ItalyVahur Valvere, Estonian Oncology Center EE0016 Tallinn EstoniaSuayib Yalcin, Hac... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2568239 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:22:57 +0100 2568239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2559567&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn283r292p2094160%2F Conclusion  The HUI3 is a valid and responsive measure of the change in HRQoL associated with clinical events in an advanced HIV/AIDS population. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9504-0Authors Bohdan Nosyk, St. Paul’s Hospital Canadian HIV Trials Network 620-1081 Burrard Street Vancouver BC V6Z 1Y6 CanadaHuiying Sun, St. Paul’s Hospital Canadian HIV Trials Network 620-1081 Burrard Street Vancouver BC V6Z 1Y6 CanadaNick Bansback, St. Paul’s Hospital Canadian HIV Trials Network 620-1081 Burrard Street Vancouver BC V6Z 1Y6 CanadaDaphne P. Guh, St. Paul’s Hospital Canadian HIV Trials Network 620-1081 Burrard Street Vancouver BC V6Z 1Y6 CanadaXin Li, St. Paul’s Hospital Canadian HIV Trials Network 620-1081 Burrard Street Vancouver BC V6Z 1Y6 Canad... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2559567 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:30:10 +0100 2559567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2559568&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F67k2136rl308h51w%2F Conclusions  The PDQ-39 is a reliable and valid instrument for the assessment of QoL in Serbian PD patients. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9500-4Authors Ljubomir Žiropađa, University of Belgrade Faculty of Philology Belgrade SerbiaElka Stefanova, University of Belgrade Institute of Neurology CCS, School of Medicine Ul. Dr Subotića 6 11000 Belgrade SerbiaAleksandra Potrebić, University of Belgrade Institute of Psychiatry CCS, School of Medicine Belgrade SerbiaVladimir S. Kostić, University of Belgrade Institute of Neurology CCS, School of Medicine Ul. Dr Subotića 6 11000 Belgrade Serbia Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2559568 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:30:03 +0100 2559568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2559569&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm5t012342484v364%2F Conclusion  Psychosocial adaptation status is significantly associated with multiple domains of vision-specific HRQOL. The findings have significant implications for health education and psychosocial intervention for older adults with age-related vision loss. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9505-zAuthors Chong-Wen Wang, The University of Hong Kong Centre on Behavioral Health 10 Sassoon Road Pokfulam, Hong Kong ChinaCecilia L. W. Chan, The University of Hong Kong Centre on Behavioral Health 10 Sassoon Road Pokfulam, Hong Kong China Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2559569 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:29:57 +0100 2559569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2550010&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk410p2w355542277%2F Conclusions  The results indicate some differences in the factor structures of the CQOLC scale between Turkish and American samples but provided preliminary support for the Turkish version of the CQOLC as a reliable and valid measure of the quality of life of Turkish cancer caregivers. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9503-1Authors Zeynep C. Ozer, Akdeniz University Medical Nursing Department, Antalya School of Health Antalya TurkeyMehmet Z. Firat, Akdeniz University Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal Science, Biometry and Genetics Unit Antalya TurkeyHicran A. Bektas, Akdeniz University Medical Nursing Department, Antalya School of Health Antalya Turkey Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source:... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2550010 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:49:45 +0100 2550010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500908&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl7481kw4um12q612%2F Conclusion  Health care providers should take into consideration what adolescents with CP value the most. The identification of attributes that can be modified such as accessibility to and competence in, and preference for different activities may help professionals to advocate for greater participation in these activities and tailor individual therapeutic strategies accordingly, increasing the likelihood of enhancing the quality of life of this population. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9501-3Authors Keiko Shikako-Thomas, McGill University School of Physical and Occupational Therapy 3654 Promenade Sir William Osler Montreal QC H3G 1Y5 CanadaLucy Lach, McGill University School of Social Work 3506 Avenue University Montreal QC H3A 2A7 CanadaAnnette ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500908 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:13:34 +0100 2500908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500909&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft34u914487532418%2F Conclusion  Inclusion of librarians on the Pittsburgh PROMIS research team allowed investigators to create large initial item banks, increasing the likelihood that the banks would attain high measurement precision during subsequent psychometric analyses. In addition, a comprehensive literature search protocol was developed that can now serve as a guide for other investigators in the creation of IRT item banks. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9498-7Authors Mary Klem, Pittsburgh PA USAEster Saghafi, Pittsburgh PA USARebecca Abromitis, Pittsburgh PA USAAngela Stover, Pittsburgh PA USAMary Amanda Dew, Pittsburgh PA USAPaul Pilkonis, Pittsburgh PA USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Lif... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500909 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:13:33 +0100 2500909 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500910&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj8m7026733256410%2F Conclusions  Preliminary reports from clinicians and patients suggest that a website to collect PROs and link them with the EMR could help improve the quality of cancer care. Further pilot-testing will evaluate the use, usefulness, and acceptability of PatientViewpoint. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9497-8Authors Claire F. Snyder, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD 21205 USARoxanne Jensen, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Baltimore MD USAS. Orion Courtin, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Baltimore MD USAAlbert W. Wu, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD 21205 USAWebsite for Outpatient QOL Assessment Research Network Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (So... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500910 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:38:36 +0100 2500910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500912&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu335470g02365806%2F Conclusion  The NCSI provides a valid and detailed picture of a patient’s HS within 15–25 min. In combination with the PatientProfileChart, the NCSI can be used perfectly in routine care as screening instrument and as a guide in patient-tailored treatment. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9502-2Authors Jeannette Bernadette Peters, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center Department of Medical Psychology Nijmeegsebaan 31, Postbus 66 6560 AB Groesbeek The NetherlandsLeonie Daudey, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center Department of Medical Psychology Nijmeegsebaan 31, Postbus 66 6560 AB Groesbeek The NetherlandsYvonne F. Heijdra, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center Department of Pulmonary Diseases Nijmeegsebaan 31, Postbus 66 6560 ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500912 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:34:40 +0100 2500912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500911&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F44h5676618503714%2F Conclusions  The CLAD-short model is recommended for producing the EQ-5D utility scores when only the NEI-VFQ 25 data are available. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9499-6Authors Nalin Payakachat, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Division of Pharmaceutical Evaluation and Policy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy EDIII slot#522-4, 4301 W. Markham St. Little Rock AR 72205 USAKent H. Summers, Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. Health Outcomes and PharmacoEconomics (HOPE) 100 Endo Boulevard Chadds Ford PA 19317 USAAndreas M. Pleil, Pfizer, Inc. Worldwide Medical and Outcomes Research, Pfizer Global Pharmaceuticals 10555 Science Center Drive (CB10) San Diego CA 92121 USAMatthew M. Murawski, Purdue University School of Pharmacy Departmen... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500911 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:34:40 +0100 2500911 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500913&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft7l4j81v63000012%2F Conclusions  Two dimensions representing physical and mental health underlie the global health items in PROMIS. These global health scales can be used to efficiently summarize physical and mental health in patient-reported outcome studies. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9496-9Authors Ron D. Hays, UCLA Department of Medicine Los Angeles CA USAJakob B. Bjorner, 640 George Washington Highway QualityMetric Incorporated Suite 201 Lincoln RI 02865 USADennis A. Revicki, United BioSource Corporation Center for Health Outcomes Research 7101 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USAKaren L. Spritzer, UCLA Department of Medicine Los Angeles CA USADavid Cella, Northwestern University Department of Medical Social Sciences, Feinberg School of Medicine Chicag... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500913 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:34:37 +0100 2500913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500914&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw48702g83343r413%2F Conclusions  Participants with comorbid diabetes and hypertension had worse HRQoL. The relationships between HRQoL and different types of help seeking varied depending on the comorbidity status of the respondents. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9495-xAuthors Luohua Jiang, University of Colorado Denver Centers for American Indian and Alaska Native Health, Colorado School of Public Health MS F800 P.O. Box 6508 Aurora CO 80045-0508 USAJanette Beals, University of Colorado Denver Centers for American Indian and Alaska Native Health, Colorado School of Public Health MS F800 P.O. Box 6508 Aurora CO 80045-0508 USANancy R. Whitesell, University of Colorado Denver Centers for American Indian and Alaska Native Health, Colorado School of Public Health MS F800 P... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500914 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:58:35 +0100 2500914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500915&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F88g5144w11288563%2F Conclusions  The results generally support the use of the SF-36 for general population research among Turkish and Moroccan ethnic minorities in the Netherlands. Additional studies are needed to confirm the psychometrics of the questionnaire when used among these populations in other Western European countries. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9491-1Authors Rianne Hoopman, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Hospital Division of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology Plesmanlaan 121 1066 CX Amsterdam The NetherlandsCaroline B. Terwee, VU University Medical Center Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and the EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research Amsterdam The NetherlandsWalter Devillé, Netherlands Institute for Health... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500915 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:12:55 +0100 2500915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500916&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx2737621361l7662%2F Conclusions  The FAMCARE-P16 may be used to assess satisfaction with outpatient palliative care interventions of patients with advanced stage cancer in both clinical settings and prospective trials. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9494-yAuthors Christopher Lo, University Health Network Department of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care, Princess Margaret Hospital 610 University Ave. Toronto ON M5G 2M9 CanadaDebika Burman, University Health Network Department of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care, Princess Margaret Hospital 610 University Ave. Toronto ON M5G 2M9 CanadaGary Rodin, University Health Network Department of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care, Princess Margaret Hospital 610 University Ave. Toron... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500916 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:30:30 +0100 2500916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2462449&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq8t90279057508j2%2F Conclusion  The SEIQoL-DW appears to be a feasible and valid instrument. The lack of association between the Index score and health, functional status, demographic and clinical parameters may be explained by the instrument’s focus on global QoL and by that of the idiographic measurement approach reflecting the capacity of a patient to value domains other than health in life, despite having health problems. Nevertheless, continued psychometric evaluation in large populations with a longitudinal design is recommended. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9490-2Authors L. Wettergren, Karolinska Institutet Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Nursing P.O. Box 23 300 141 83 Huddinge, Stockholm SwedenÅ. Kettis-Lindblad, Uppsala... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2462449 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:58:50 +0100 2462449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2462448&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F13751220864h8620%2F Conclusion  This study provides preliminary evidence for the validity of current measures of HRQOL, which may inherently take into account patients’ domain preferences. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9492-0Authors Errol J. Philip, University of Notre Dame Department of Psychology Notre Dame IN 46556 USAThomas V. Merluzzi, University of Notre Dame Notre Dame IN USAAmy Peterman, University of North Carolina Charlotte NC USALisa B. Cronk, Mayo Clinic Rochester MN USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2462448 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:58:50 +0100 2462448 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2445651&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F01q5656236507hg5%2F Conclusions  All SF-36 HRQoL scores were significantly lower among the NET patients when compared with the general population. Assistance from health personnel to NET patients should focus on those domains. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9487-xAuthors Trude Haugland, Rikshospitalet University Hospital HF Medical Department 0027 Oslo NorwayMorten H. Vatn, Rikshospitalet University Hospital HF Medical Department 0027 Oslo NorwayMarijke Veenstra, NOVA-Norwegian Social Research Oslo NorwayAstrid Klopstad Wahl, University of Oslo Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Nursing and Health Sciences Oslo NorwayGerd Karin Natvig, University of Bergen Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care 5018 Bergen Norway Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2445651 Fri, 29 May 2009 07:00:06 +0100 2445651 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2445652&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk1112u56371307j5%2F Conclusions  EQ-5D preference scores can be predicted accurately from either the PROMIS global items or selected domain banks. Application of the derived regression model allows the estimation of health preference scores from the PROMIS health measures for use in economic evaluations. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9489-8Authors Dennis A. Revicki, United BioSource Corporation Center for Health Outcomes Research 7101 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USAAriane K. Kawata, United BioSource Corporation Center for Health Outcomes Research 7101 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USANeesha Harnam, United BioSource Corporation Center for Health Outcomes Research 7101 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 600 Bethesda MD 20814 USAWen-Hung Chen, United Bio... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2445652 Wed, 27 May 2009 06:16:52 +0100 2445652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2431461&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx2586v4nr58x1141%2F Conclusions  Several categories of the ICF were linked to the items of the SS-QOL, with acceptable levels of agreement. These categories were specific and meaningful for stroke subjects, since the majority of the identified concepts were included in the comprehensive ICF core set for stroke. The findings indicated that the ICF provided a useful framework for the conceptual understanding of the SS-QOL, which demonstrated multiple representations of the ICF categories and covered a broad range of the ICF components that were meaningful for the stroke subjects. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9488-9Authors Luci F. Teixeira-Salmela, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais Department of Physical Therapy Avenida Antônio Carlos, 6627, Campus Pampulha Belo H... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2431461 Thu, 21 May 2009 06:14:47 +0100 2431461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2411800&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv12175g0rk517m82%2F Conclusions  These findings show that whether the primary long-term condition is presenting as physical or as mental disorder, the practitioner should ensure that the full range of physical, mental and social problems is assessed and treated. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9486-yAuthors Heidi Lempp, King’s College London, Weston Education Centre Academic Department of Rheumatology/NIHR Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Foundation Trust Biomedical Research Centre 10 Cutcombe Road London SE5 9PJ UKGraham Thornicroft, King’s College London Health Service and Population Research Department, Institute of Psychiatry De Crespigny Park London SE5 8AF UKMorven Leese, King’s College London Health Service and Population Research Department, Institute of Psychiatr... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2411800 Sun, 10 May 2009 05:46:53 +0100 2411800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2411802&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe6q17811320224gu%2F Conclusion  Non-Type D patients low on positive affect and Type D patients report lower levels of health status in CHF, compared with non-Type D patients with high positive affect. Future studies need to determine whether lack of positive affect is associated with impaired clinical outcome. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9485-zAuthors Aline J. Pelle, Tilburg University Department of Medical Psychology, CoRPS-Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic diseases P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsSusanne S. Pedersen, Tilburg University Department of Medical Psychology, CoRPS-Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic diseases P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsBalázs M. Szabó, St. Elisabeth Hospital Department of Cardiology Ti... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2411802 Sat, 09 May 2009 05:51:38 +0100 2411802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2411801&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fxr0367820ulk00pt%2F Conclusions  Depressive and anxiety symptoms as two psychological variables have an additional impact on domain-specific life satisfaction. Further investigation is needed regarding the impact of psychological variables on domain-specific life satisfaction. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9481-3Authors Isolde Daig, Charité-University Medical Center Institute of Medical Psychology Luisenstrasse 57 10117 Berlin GermanyPeter Herschbach, Technical University of Munich Department and Outpatient Clinic of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Division of Psychosocial Oncology Möhlstr. 28 81675 München GermanyAnja Lehmann, Charité-University Medical Center Institute of Medical Psychology Luisenstrasse 57 10117 Berlin GermanyNina Knoll, Charité-Unive... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2411801 Sat, 09 May 2009 05:51:38 +0100 2411801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2401978&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa759k4145g8l8388%2F Conclusions  Both component scores showed adequate reliability and validity with the 2003–2004 MEPS and should be suitable for use in a variety of proposes within this database. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9483-1Authors Nancy C. Cheak-Zamora, Saint Louis University School of Public Health 3545 Lafayette Avenue St. Louis MO 63104 USAKathleen W. Wyrwich, United BioSource Corporation Bethesda MD USATimothy D. McBride, Washington University George Warren Brown School of Social Work St. Louis MO USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2401978 Fri, 08 May 2009 05:54:07 +0100 2401978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2401979&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy2q34368x8431621%2F Conclusions  The APM seems the preferred method in burden of injury studies that includes mild conditions with a rapid course, since the SQM approach might overestimate the impact of the latter. The APM, however, might underestimate the impact of injury consequences, especially in case of severe injuries. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9484-0Authors Juanita A. Haagsma, Erasmus University Rotterdam Institute for Health Policy and Management, Erasmus Medical Center Rotterdam The NetherlandsS. Polinder, Erasmus University Rotterdam Department of Public Health, Erasmus Medical Centre Rotterdam The NetherlandsE. F. van Beeck, Erasmus University Rotterdam Department of Public Health, Erasmus Medical Centre Rotterdam The NetherlandsS. Mulder, Consumer Safe... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2401979 Thu, 07 May 2009 06:06:43 +0100 2401979 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2401980&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F763241616251lv37%2F Conclusions  Psychological and social indices of quality of life indicate prevalent problems among family caregivers who have experienced high strain from their caregiving responsibilities. Public health programs for disabled individuals should include assessments of strain on family caregivers and support services for those who report high levels of caregiving strain. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9482-2Authors David L. Roth, University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health 327 Ryals Building Birmingham AL 35294-0022 USAMartinique Perkins, University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health 327 Ryals Building Birmingham AL 35294-0022 USAVirginia G. Wadley, University of A... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2401980 Thu, 07 May 2009 06:06:42 +0100 2401980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2401981&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc452126322647800%2F Conclusions  Although the Q-LES-Q was correlated with symptom measures already in use, it added to the ability to predict patient length of stay, and showed some divergence from measures of clinical outcomes. This pattern was seen despite intentionally restricting the sample to patients with mood and affective disorder diagnoses. The value of considering quality of life in a comprehensive assessment of mental health outcomes is discussed. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9478-yAuthors Madeleine L. Hope, The University of Western Australia School of Psychology 35 Stirling Highway Mailbag M304 Crawley WA 6009 AustraliaAndrew C. Page, The University of Western Australia School of Psychology 35 Stirling Highway Mailbag M304 Crawley WA 6009 AustraliaGeoff... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2401981 Wed, 06 May 2009 05:47:12 +0100 2401981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2385849&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F904614310874np60%2F Conclusions  The value of these results may lie in the perspective they add to the interpretation of current research, the inspiration they may lend to future research on family outcome, as well as the balance they may offer in the information provided to parents of premature children. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9480-4Authors Hanne Lou, Aarhus University Hospital Skejby DenmarkBirthe D. Pedersen, Aarhus University Faculty of Health Sciences Aarhus DenmarkMorten Hedegaard, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet Copenhagen Denmark Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2385849 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:50:10 +0100 2385849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2385848&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh74251717080j665%2F Conclusions  OHRQoL among young adults was associated with negative life events, but not positive life events. This suggests that negative life events involving social readjustment need to considered as determinants of health in life-course oral epidemiology frameworks. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9479-xAuthors David Simon Brennan, University of Adelaide Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health, School of Dentistry Adelaide SA 5005 AustraliaA. John Spencer, University of Adelaide Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health, School of Dentistry Adelaide SA 5005 Australia Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2385848 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:50:10 +0100 2385848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2373540&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl281278716172382%2F Conclusions  Our efforts produced a stigma scale that had promising psychometric properties. Further study can provide additional information about the SSCI and its benefit in measuring the impact of stigma across conditions. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9475-1Authors Deepa Rao, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Center on Outcomes, Research and Education Evanston IL USASeung W. Choi, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Center on Outcomes, Research and Education Evanston IL USADavid Victorson, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Center on Outcomes, Research and Education Evanston IL USARita Bode, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Center for Rehabilitation Outcomes Research Chicago IL USAAmy Peterman, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Department o... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2373540 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:16:03 +0100 2373540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2358404&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj618142878138617%2F Conclusion  The conceptual model of self-rated health was verified in a sample of persons with SCI. Importantly, the SF-36 domain of Physical Function does not relate to self-rated health for this group. Its inclusion in measures of self-reported for disability populations creates difficulty without apparent benefit. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9477-zAuthors Gloria L. Krahn, Oregon Health & Science University Rehabilitation Research and Training Center, Child Development and Rehabilitation Center P.O. Box 574 Portland OR 97201-0574 USARie Suzuki, Oregon Health & Science University Rehabilitation Research and Training Center, Child Development and Rehabilitation Center P.O. Box 574 Portland OR 97201-0574 USAWilli Horner-Johnson, Oregon Health & Sc... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2358404 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:35:34 +0100 2358404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2338516&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff021610643450805%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9476-0Authors David Feeny, The Center for Health Research, Kaiser Permanente Northwest 3800 N. Interstate Avenue Portland OR 97227-1110 USANathalie Huguet, Center for Public Health Studies, Portland State University Portland OR USABentson H. McFarland, Oregon Health & Science University Portland OR USAMark S. Kaplan, Portland State University Portland OR USA Journal Quality of Life ResearchOnline ISSN 1573-2649Print ISSN 0962-9343 (Source: Quality of Life Research) Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2338516 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:33:43 +0100 2338516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2338517&cid=s_36008_51_f&fid=36008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F614v172h0064w557%2F Conclusions  There was improvement of QOL mental domains over time. However, the physical aspects improved only in low-comorbidity patients. More women than men worsened regarding physical functioning. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11136-009-9474-2Authors Paulo R. Santos, Universidade Federal do Ceara Postgraduate Program in Medical Sciences Fortaleza BrazilElizabeth F. Daher, Universidade Federal do Ceara Hospital Universitario Walter Cantidio Fortaleza BrazilGeraldo B. Silva, Universidade Federal do Ceara Hospital Universitario Walter Cantidio Fortaleza BrazilAlexandre B. Libório, Universidade Federal do Ceara Hospital Universitario Walter Cantidio Fortaleza BrazilLigia R. Kerr, Universidade Federal do Ceara Department of Community Health Fortaleza Brazil ... Quality of Life Research journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2338517 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:33:42 +0100 2338517