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Recommended measurement instruments for menopausal vasomotor symptoms: the COMMA (Core Outcomes in Menopause) consortium

Sarah Lensen, Vincent S Paramanandam, Michaela Gabes, Gesina Kann, Theresa Donhauser, Niamh F Waters, Anna D Li, Michelle Peate, Nipuni S Susanto, Lucy E Caughey, Fatema Rangoonwal, Jingbo Liu, Patrick Condron, Panagiotis Anagnostis, David F Archer, Nancy E Avis, Robin J Bell, Janet S Carpenter, Peter Chedraui, Monica Christmas Show all

Menopause | Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins | Published : 2024

Abstract

Objective The aim of the study is to identify suitable definitions and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) to assess each of the six core outcomes previously identified through the COMMA (Core Outcomes in Menopause) global consensus process relating to vasomotor symptoms: frequency, severity, distress/bother/interference, impact on sleep, satisfaction with treatment, and side effects. Methods A systematic review was conducted to identify relevant definitions for the outcome of side-effects and PROMs with acceptable measurement properties for the remaining five core outcomes. The consensus process, involving 36 participants from 16 countries, was conducted to review definitions and PROM..

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