Which hand outcome measurement is best for Turkish speaking patients
Abstract
Methods: The study included 74 patients with various types of hand injuries. Patients filled out the DASH-Turkish, MHQ and MAS questionnaires. Grip strength and pain intensity were also assessed.
Results: MAS parameters were well-correlated with DASH-Turkish and grip strength (p<0.05). MHQ was correlated with all other outcomes except the left hand part.
Conclusion: The DASH, MHQ and MAS questionnaires are culturally compatible with the Turkish population and have revealed a good correlation. These results suggest that these outcome instruments can be used in the assessment of hand and wrist surgery outcomes in the Turkish population.
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Primary Language
English
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Cigdem Oksuz
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Burcu Akel
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Gursel Leblebicioglu
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Hulya Kayihan
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Publication Date
April 12, 2012
Submission Date
March 7, 2014
Acceptance Date
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Published in Issue
Year 2012 Volume: 46 Number: 2