Diagnosing migraine in research and clinical settings: the validation of the Structured Migraine Interview (SMI).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Migraine is a common disorder that is highly co-morbid with psychopathological conditions such as depression and anxiety. Despite the extensive research and availability of treatment, migraine remains under-recognised and undertreated. The aim of this study was to design a short and practical screening tool to identify migraine for clinical and research purposes.

Methods

The structured migraine interview (SMI) based on the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD) criteria was used in a clinical setting of headache sufferers and compared to clinical diagnosis by headache specialist. In addition to the validating characteristics of the interview different methods of administration were also tested.

Results

The SMI has high sensitivity (0.87)

SUBMITTER: Samaan Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2824671 | biostudies-literature | 2010 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature