A measure for perioperative anxiety symptoms in patients with FUAS - treated uterine fibroids: development and validation

CONCLUSIONS: The PASM-UF is a valid, reliable, and sensitive scale for assessing perioperative anxiety levels among women with uterine fibroids. Statistical analysis suggests that it is also an effective instrument for scientific research.Key MessageWe developed a brief scale to assess anxiety in perioperative patients with uterine fibroids. In addition, the scale monitored the anxiety levels at multiple frequencies and did not increase burden on the patients. The scale has been proven to be effective, reliable, and highly sensitive.PMID:35300541 | DOI:10.1080/02656736.2022.2051612
Source: International Journal of Hyperthermia - Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Source Type: research