A new quality-of-life measure for oncology: The SEIQoL

Author(s): Robinson, J. W., Atkinson, M. J.

Journal/Book: J Psychosoc Oncol. 1998; 16: 10 Alice St, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580. Haworth Press Inc. 21-35.

Abstract: This study marks the first time the Schedule for the Evaluation of Individual Quality of Life (SEIQoL) has been used with an oncology population. The SEIQoL is designed to attain a greater level of individual subjectivity in reports on quality of life than is achieved with standard measures of quality of life. The instrument's feasibility for use in oncology was assessed with a sample of 15 patients with early stage prostate cancer treated with radiotherapy. An overview of its administration, scoring, and depiction of quality of life is provided. The measure also is compared with a standard quality-of-life measure-the European Organization for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30). The authors suggest that the most appropriate use for the SEIQoL is as a clinical assessment tool with relatively healthy individual patients, whereas standard, brief measures may be more practical for use with large samples of patients or relatively unhealthy patients or when predetermined quality-of-life concerns are addressed. Relevant clinical and research issues are addressed.

Note: Article Broadhead JK, Univ Calgary, Dept Psychosocial Resources, Tom Baker Canc Ctr, 1331 29TH St NW, Calgary, AB, CANADA

Keyword(s): CLINICAL-TRIALS; CANCER; SCHEDULE; QLQ-C30; HEALTHY

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