Hyperhidrosis quality of life index (HidroQoL): further validation by applying classical test theory and item response theory using data from a phase III clinical trial

Abstract Background The Hyperhidrosis Quality of Life Index (HidroQoL ©) is a well-developed and validated patient-reported outcome measure assessing the quality-of-life impacts in hyperhidrosis with 18 items. Our aim was to extend the already existing validity evidence for the HidroQoL, especially...

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Main Authors: Theresa Donhauser, Christian Apfelbacher, Gesina Kann, Clarissa Masur, Paul Kamudoni, Sam Salek, Christoph Abels, Michaela Gabes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2023-06-01
Series:Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s41687-023-00596-6