Translation and Validation of the Arrhythmia-Specific Questionnaire in Tachycardia and Arrhythmia (ASTA) to the Brazilian Context: An Instrument Focusing on Arrhythmia Symptoms.

Priscila Moreno Sperling CannavanFernando P S CannavanUlla WalfridssonMaria H B M Lopes

Published in: Cardiology research and practice (2020)

The psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of ASTA-symptom scale evaluated in this study were satisfactory, and the scale was proved to be a valid and reliable tool to assess the symptom burden in patients with different forms of tachyarrhythmia. The ASTA-Br-symptom scale questionnaire can be an important addition to PROMs for patients with arrhythmias and could help healthcare professionals in decision-making.

Keyphrases

psychometric properties
catheter ablation
patient reported outcomes
decision making
patient reported
atrial fibrillation
physical activity
risk factors
depressive symptoms