Patient reported outcome measurement system (PROMIS) valid in assessing patient experience

(Hospital for Special Surgery) Hospital for Special Surgery researchers evaluated the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) in patients with lupus and found that the questionnaire is valid in assessing subjective patient experience. Researchers also observed a disconnect between the patient perspective and objective signs and symptoms, underscoring the need to integrate patient-reported outcomes into clinical care to ensure optimal disease management.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news