Translation, cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric validation of the Chinese version of Facial Clinimetric Evaluation Scale (FaCE) and Facial Disability Index (FDI).

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The Facial Clinimetric Evaluation Scale (FaCE) and the Facial Disability Index (FDI) are essential tools for assessing the quality of life (QoL) in patients with peripheral facial palsy (PFP). This study aims to translate, adapt and validate the FaCE and FDI scales to ensure cultural relevance and psychometric validity for Chinese patients with PFP.

Methods

Following the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research guidelines, the FaCE and FDI scales were translated and culturally adapted for Chinese use (including forward and back translation). From January to August 2024, 150 Chinese PFP patients and 50 age/gender-matched healthy controls in Sichuan Province were enrolled to evaluate psychometric properties. Statistical analyses included Cronba

SUBMITTER: Chen M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12542546 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature