[Measuring quality of life in after-care of tumor surgery. Methods, problems and applications]

Chirurg. 1994 Apr;65(4):333-9.
[Article in German]

Abstract

The present paper deals with the feasibility and applications of quality of life measurement in the routine of a tumor follow-up clinic. 61 patients filled out the EORTC-30 questionnaire plus additional scales. Filling out the questionnaire constituted no burden for patients. Patients' responses were computed in a way as to allow for graphically presenting individual QL-profiles, as well as to compare different groups of patients. Considerations concerning the role of QL-measurement in clinical practice, in medical decision making, and in future research endeavours were brought forward.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adaptation, Psychological
  • Adult
  • Aftercare / psychology*
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasms / psychology
  • Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Psychometrics
  • Quality of Life*
  • Sick Role
  • Surveys and Questionnaires