Translation, Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Lymphedema Quality of Life Questionnaire (LYMQOL) in German-Speaking Patients with Upper Limb Lymphedema.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: The LYMQOL is the most frequently translated, validated, objective tool for assessing Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) in individuals with upper limb lymphedema (ULL). There have been adaptations and validations in a number of different countries. While a German version of LYMQOL Leg for lower limb lymphedema is available, a validated translation of LYMQOL Arm to German is lacking. We aimed to perform a cross-cultural adaption and translation according to ISPOR principles. Methods: Patients suffering from ULL from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (n = 52) were questioned twice using the translated LYMQOL Arm, SF-36, and an evaluation questionnaire. The assessment of the content validity and face validity proved this version of LYMQOL Arm to be acceptable fo

SUBMITTER: Schulz T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11431024 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature