Robbi A Kupfer1, Emily M Hogikyan2, Norman D Hogikyan2. 1. Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Electronic address: rkupfer@u.washington.edu. 2. Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: The Voice-Related Quality of Life (V-RQOL) measure is a well-established disease-specific quality of life instrument for voice disorders. This study aims to establish a large, heterogenous V-RQOL normative database. METHODS: The V-RQOL measure was completed by adult volunteers with no voice complaints in the preceding 6 months. Standardized scores were calculated. Mean scores and standard deviations (SDs) were calculated by demographic category and analyzed using a one-way analysis of variance test. RESULTS: Results were available for 253 responders with a mean V-RQOL score of 94.8 (SD 10.1). There was no difference in scores among age groups, gender, or employment status. CONCLUSIONS: This study provides normative values for the V-RQOL measure. Clinicians using this instrument for clinical or research purposes may use this database for a more complete understanding and interpretation of their results.
OBJECTIVES: The Voice-Related Quality of Life (V-RQOL) measure is a well-established disease-specific quality of life instrument for voice disorders. This study aims to establish a large, heterogenous V-RQOL normative database. METHODS: The V-RQOL measure was completed by adult volunteers with no voice complaints in the preceding 6 months. Standardized scores were calculated. Mean scores and standard deviations (SDs) were calculated by demographic category and analyzed using a one-way analysis of variance test. RESULTS: Results were available for 253 responders with a mean V-RQOL score of 94.8 (SD 10.1). There was no difference in scores among age groups, gender, or employment status. CONCLUSIONS: This study provides normative values for the V-RQOL measure. Clinicians using this instrument for clinical or research purposes may use this database for a more complete understanding and interpretation of their results.
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