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01-06-2017 | Original Research Article
Development and Content Validity of the Statin Experience Assessment Questionnaire (SEAQ)©
Authors:
Terry A. Jacobson, Steven V. Edelman, Nina Galipeau, Alan L. Shields, Usha G. Mallya, Andrew Koren, Michael H. Davidson
Published in:
The Patient - Patient-Centered Outcomes Research
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Issue 3/2017
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Abstract
Introduction
The National Lipid Association Statin Intolerance (SI) Panel recognized the need for better understanding of the patient SI experience.
Objective
The objective of this research was to develop a patient-reported outcome (PRO) questionnaire to assess a patient’s experience with SI.
Methods
Questionnaire development was informed via a series of research activities: literature review, concept elicitation, item generation, and content evaluation. Following the literature review and concept elicitation, a draft questionnaire was constructed and subsequently modified based on feedback from therapeutic area experts and patients via cognitive debriefing interviews.
Results
Muscle-related symptoms were the most commonly reported symptoms associated with SI in the literature review (35 of 41 articles reviewed [85%]) and in semi-structured interviews with experts (n = 5 [100%]) and patients (n = 17 of 20 [85.0%]). Physical and other impacts of SI symptoms on daily activities were also frequently reported. A 17-item draft questionnaire was created, and cognitive debriefing with experts (n = 5) and patients (n = 15) was conducted. Overall, the items, response options, and instructions were comprehensible and positively reviewed; minor changes resulted in the 15-item Statin Experience Assessment Questionnaire (SEAQ)©. Using a 30-day recall period, the SEAQ© assesses the severity and impact of six SI symptoms (muscle ache, muscle pain, muscle cramps, muscle weakness, tiredness, and joint pain) on an 11-point numeric scale. Statin discontinuation and likelihood of discontinuation due to symptoms are assessed and scored on a yes/no and five-point verbal response scale, respectively.
Conclusion
The SEAQ© is a novel content-valid PRO questionnaire that assesses patient SI experience and fosters dialogue about SI between patients and providers.