Validation of Scales in Reconstructive Breast Surgery

Validation of Scales in Reconstructive Breast Surgery

The main purpose of the project is to validate patient reported outcomes measures (PROMs) in reconstructive breast surgery. BREAST-Q will be evaluated for Swedish and Sweden.Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), EuroQol 5D (EQ5D), and SF-36 will be validated for reconstructive breast surgery. In addition, the complication classification system according to Clavien-Dindo will be validated for reconstructive breast surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women who have had or will have reconstructive breast surgery in Sahlgrenska university hospital.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Do not understand Swedish.