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Psychometric Validation of the FACE-Q Craniofacial Module for Facial Nerve Paralysis
Anne F Klassen1, Charlene Rae1, Lucas Gallo2
1Department of Pediatrics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada.
Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine
|April 7, 2021
Summary
The FACE-Q Craniofacial module scales effectively measure outcomes for patients with facial nerve paralysis (FNP). These validated scales provide reliable data for both children and adults with FNP.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Patient-reported outcomes
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Systematic reviews highlight the need for a patient-reported outcome measure for facial nerve paralysis (FNP).
- Existing measures may not adequately capture the experiences of diverse patient populations with FNP.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the psychometric properties of the FACE-Q Craniofacial module scales.
- To evaluate the reliability and validity of these scales in a combined sample of children and older adults with FNP.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interviews with children and adults with FNP.
- Rasch measurement theory analysis of FACE-Q data from 235 patients (aged 8-81).
- Examination of 13 scales comprising 122 items for reliability and validity.
Main Results:
- 235 patients (aged 8-81) with FNP participated.
- All 122 items demonstrated ordered thresholds and good item fit to the Rasch model.
- High reliability was found for most scales (Cronbach's alpha ≥0.82, person separation index ≥0.79).
Conclusions:
- The FACE-Q Craniofacial module scales are psychometrically sound for use in children and adults with FNP.
- These scales enable the collection and comparison of evidence-based outcome data.
- The findings support the use of these scales for improving FNP patient care.
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