Journal article
Measuring quality of life in clinical trials: a taxonomy and review.
Abstract
Measurement of quality of life is becoming increasingly relevant to controlled clinical trials. Two basic types of instrument are available: generic instruments, which include health profiles and utility measurements based on the patient's preferences in regard to treatment and outcome; and specific instruments, which focus on problems associated with individual diseases, patient groups or areas of function. The two approaches are not mutually …
Authors
Guyatt GH; Veldhuyzen Van Zanten SJ; Feeny DH; Patrick DL
Journal
Canadian Medical Association Journal, Vol. 140, No. 12, pp. 1441–1448
Publication Date
June 15, 1989
ISSN
0820-3946