Factor analysis of the questionnaire of olfactory disorders in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis.

Jose L MattosRodney J SchlosserAdam S DeCondeMadison HyerJess C MaceTimothy L SmithZachary M Soler

Published in: International forum of allergy & rhinology (2018)

The QOD-NS measures 4 distinct factors. Eating-related questions had the greatest improvement after ESS. Health utility and CRS-specific QOL improvement most strongly associated with factor 2, while PHQ-2 changes are most highly associated with factor 3, suggesting a differential impact of the factors of the QOD-NS on varying aspects of QOL.

Keyphrases

chronic rhinosinusitis
healthcare
public health
dengue virus
mental health
weight loss
risk assessment
climate change
patient reported