Translation and validation of the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Vaginal Symptoms (ICIQ-VS): the Danish version

Abstract

The Danish version of ICIQ-VS was successfully translated and can be a valuable tool for prolapse research and daily evaluation of patients.

Translation and linguistic validation of the Persian version of the International consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Vaginal Symptoms

“…This is in line with the results of other studies. [ 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 23 ] Besides, the PICIQ-VS matches the assessment of VS with QoL scoring measurements. Therefore, it is a useful self-administrated questionnaire for women presented with vaginal and genital symptoms and POP, which could be used for researchers and clinicians.…”

“…Therefore, accurate determination of the severity of symptoms and its correlation with prolapse severity is crucial. [ 4 7 9 ]…”

“…ICCs ≤0.4 were considered poor to fair, 0.41–0.60 moderate, 0.61–0.80 good, and >0.80 excellent. [ 7 21 22 ]…”

“…[ 6 ] ICIQ-VS has been translated and used in different languages. [ 7 8 9 10 11 12 ] The ICIQ-VS is a self-administered report consisting of 14 items. It covers VS score, sexual matter (SS) score, and QoL score, which can be used in both clinical and research settings.…”

“…ICIQ-VS demonstrated good psychometric properties in various languages and showed an acceptable level of linguistic properties, internal consistency and stability reliability, and content and construct validity. [ 7 8 9 10 11 12 ]…”