Measuring the psychological burden of women with pelvic floor complaints: The psychometric characteristics of a new instrument
Alma Brand,
Wim Waterink,
Scott Rosas
et al.
Abstract:Background To be able to optimize pelvic healthcare, it would be helpful to specifically assess women’s psychological burden with pelvic floor complaints. In the absence of such an instrument, a new instrument was developed to measure this burden in women who seek help. In previous research, a comprehensive overview was yielded of women’s restrictions and distress with pelvic floor complaints, and a conceptual model was developed of seven types of distress that were reflected by 33 statements. The present stud… Show more
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