Transcultural adaptation of the POSAS questionnaire (Patient and Observer Scar Assessment) to assess scars
Published 2019-10-13
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Abstract
Introduction: The POSAS scale for the evaluation of scars is validated and shows advantages over other scales by integrating qualitative parameters and the opinion of the patient. It has a growing use in clinical practice, but its transcultural adaptation is needed for its local application.
Aim: To carry out a transcultural adaptation of the original POSAS 2.0 scale.
Materials and Method: With dynamic translation technique, translation of POSAS in english, comparison of translations, inverse translation and pilot test in observers and patients.
Results: Good correlation of translations was obtained, observers and patients were able to understand the instrument adapted in a pilot study.
Conclusion: We obtained an adapted version of the POSAS scale, applicable to the local population for assessment of different types of scars. The adapted scale can be submitted to validation processes.