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The ORTHO BC-SAT--a satisfaction questionnaire for women using hormonal contraceptives
H H Colwell1, S D Mathias, T A Cimms
1Ovation Research Group, 188 Embarcadero, Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA. hcolwell@ovation.org
Summary
The ORTHO Birth Control Satisfaction Assessment Tool (ORTHO BC-SAT) is reliable and valid for assessing hormonal contraceptive satisfaction. This validated tool can be used in future research on birth control user experiences.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Contraception Research
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Assessing patient satisfaction with birth control methods is crucial for adherence and well-being.
- Existing tools may not fully capture the multifaceted aspects of hormonal contraceptive satisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the reliability and validity of the ORTHO Birth Control Satisfaction Assessment Tool (ORTHO BC-SAT).
Main Methods:
- The ORTHO BC-SAT was developed using literature, focus groups, and interviews.
- 339 women using hormonal contraceptives completed the questionnaire.
- Reliability (internal consistency, test-retest) and validity (construct, known groups) were assessed.
Main Results:
- The ORTHO BC-SAT demonstrated strong internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha 0.70-0.89) and test-retest reliability (0.79-0.87).
- It showed construct validity through correlational patterns and known groups validity by differentiating satisfaction based on symptom bother.
- Eight domains of satisfaction were identified: Ease of Use/Convenience, Compliance, Lifestyle Impact, Symptom/Side Effect Bother, Menstrual Impact, Future Fertility Concerns, Assurance/Confidence, and Overall Satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- The ORTHO BC-SAT is a reliable and valid instrument for measuring satisfaction with hormonal contraceptives.
- This tool can be utilized in future research to assess user satisfaction across various birth control methods.
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