Validation of the Western Ontario Rotator Cuff Index in Patients with Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Author Information
Author(s): Wessel Ronald N, Lim Tjoan E, van Mameren Henk, Bie Rob A
Primary Institution: St. Antonius Ziekenhuis
Hypothesis
The Dutch translation of WORC has high reliability, validity, and responsiveness in patients undergoing arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.
Conclusion
The study aims to validate the WORC questionnaire for patients undergoing arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, ensuring it accurately reflects their quality of life.
Supporting Evidence
- The WORC is a disease-specific quality of life questionnaire designed for patients with rotator cuff disorders.
- Previous studies have shown that arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is often successful, but the measurement of outcomes varies.
- The study aims to provide a validated tool for assessing quality of life in patients post-surgery.
Takeaway
This study is checking if a special questionnaire works well for people who have had shoulder surgery, to see how it affects their daily life.
Methodology
The study uses a prospective design with three patient groups and measures reliability, validity, and responsiveness of the WORC questionnaire.
Potential Biases
There is a risk of bias as the study relies on patient self-reports and the assignment of patients to groups based on clinical symptoms.
Limitations
The study may face bias due to the subjective nature of patient-reported outcomes and the dynamic assignment of patients to groups.
Participant Demographics
Participants are adults over 18 years old with various shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff repair and instability.
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