Techniques for outcomes research in chronic sinusitis

Abstract

Accurate assessment of patient outcome after sinus surgery requires the collection of valid and reliable data. Symptom-based surveys were administered in a prospective maImer to 104 patients with chronic sinusitis. Test-retest reliability for the Chronic Sinusitis Survey based on duration of symptoms (0.86, P <0i), interferes with work or other activities (0.36, PacOl), and affects patient perception of bodily pain (0.46, P<0O1). The Chronic Sinusitis Survey Is an efficient and reliable method to follow health status and health-related quality of life outcomes in patients with chronic sinusitis.