A questionnaire for assessment of the result of peptic ulcer surgery

Details of a 22-item questionnaire used to assess the result of surgery for peptic ulcer are given. Tested in 47 patients the questionnaire correlates well with the Visick grading. The 100-mm line test and post-operative alkali consumption are less accurate measures of outcome. As an alternative to...

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Published in:	Digestion Vol. 18; no. 1-2; p. 129
Main Authors:	Small, W P, Philip, A E, Cay, E L, Neilson, J, Henderson, M A
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Switzerland 01-01-1978
Subjects:	Duodenal Ulcer - surgery Follow-Up Studies Humans Quality of Life Stomach Ulcer - surgery Surveys and Questionnaires
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Summary:	Details of a 22-item questionnaire used to assess the result of surgery for peptic ulcer are given. Tested in 47 patients the questionnaire correlates well with the Visick grading. The 100-mm line test and post-operative alkali consumption are less accurate measures of outcome. As an alternative to the Follow-Up Clinic, as a potential predictor of result, and as an indicator of the quality of life, the questionnaire has much to offer.
ISSN:	0012-2823
DOI:	10.1159/000198192