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In Turkey there is no amputee-specific instrument to measure
health-related quality of life in lower limb amputees. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate
the validity and reliability of a Turkish version of the Trinity Amputation and
Prosthesis Experience Scales (TAPES). STUDY DESIGN: Outcome study to determine
test-retest reliability and construct validity of the adapted Turkish version of
the TAPES. METHODS: After translation/retranslation of the TAPES, the Turkish
version of the TAPES was applied to 47 amputees. A quality of life evaluation
(Nottingham Health Profile),
a satisfaction evaluation (Satisfaction with
Prosthesis), and a functional assessment tool (Amputee Mobility Predictor) were
also performed and analysed. RESULTS: On the basis of retesting, the Turkish
version of the TAPES was observed to be reliable. The first domain of the Turkish
version, which includes psychosocial adjustment, activity restriction and
satisfaction with the prosthesis, was found to be valid. However, the validity of
the second domain could not be analysed. CONCLUSIONS: The Turkish version of the
multidimensional TAPES survey is valid and reliable in Turkish unilateral lower
limb amputees and may be used in clinical situations to assess the needs of
amputees. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The Turkish version of the TAPES quality-of-life measurement tool for amputees is a valid instrument for assessing the effectiveness of rehabilitation and clinical applications.

Langue : ANGLAIS