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TL;DR
The findings suggest the bolt-ons are relevant and the instrument is comprehensible, though some patients noted potential missing concepts like social relationships and stigma.
Quality of Life Research · 8 authors, 3 centres
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The findings suggest the bolt-ons are relevant and the instrument is comprehensible, though some patients noted potential missing concepts like social relationships and stigma.
The study used a qualitative think-aloud protocol with semi-structured interviews of 20 adult atopic dermatitis patients at a Hungarian university clinic in 2021-2022. Thematic analysis of transcripts showed that the bolt-ons were relevant to patients, with skin irritation identified as a main problem. However, a conceptual overlap between skin irritation and pain/discomfort was noted by 35% of patients. The study identified two frequently mentioned missing concepts: social relationships and judgement by others. The authors conclude the instrument shows good relevance and comprehensibility but may be missing aspects related to social functioning.