Psychometric properties of the German Stroke and Aphasia Quality of Life Scale 39 generic version.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The international expert consensus core outcome set for post-stroke aphasia recommends the Stroke and Aphasia Quality of Life Scale - 39/generic (SAQOL-39g) for assessing patient-reported health-related quality of life. Cultural adaptations of the SAQOL-39g are mandatory in stroke rehabilitation.

Aim

We adapted the original English SAQOL-39g into German and evaluated its psychometric quality.

Design

Evaluation of a self-report scale embedded in a prospective multicenter parallel group randomized waitlist-controlled trial on the effectiveness of intensive speech and language therapy.

Setting

Nineteen in- and outpatient aphasia rehabilitation centers in Germany.

Population

People with chronic post-stroke aphasia (N.=156) of all types and severit

SUBMITTER: Breitenstein C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12406953 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature