Patient-Reported Outcomes (PROs) in HIV Infection: Points to Consider and Challenges.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The aim of this study was to reach consensus on the use of PROs (patient-reported outcome measures) in people living with HIV (PLHIV).

Methods

A scientific committee of professionals with experience in PROMs methodology issued recommendations and defined the points to support by evidence. A systematic review of the literature identified the coverage, utility, and psychometric properties of PROMs used in PLHIV. A Delphi survey was launched to measure the degree of agreement with the recommendations of a group of practicing clinicians and a group of patient representatives.

Results

Four principles and ten recommendations were issued; however, the results of the Delphi showed significant differences in the opinion between health professionals and PLHIV, and

SUBMITTER: Antela A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9618004 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature