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PROMs (Patient-Reported Outcome Measures)

Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are tools used in healthcare to gather information directly from patients about their health status and quality of life. These measures typically include questionnaires that ask patients about their symptoms, functional abilities, and overall well-being. By focusing on the patient's experience, PROMs help healthcare providers understand the impact of a condition or treatment from the patient's perspective, allowing for better personalized care and improved health outcomes. They are essential for assessing treatment effectiveness and guiding decisions in clinical practice.

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    Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are tools used in healthcare to capture patients' assessments of their own health status and quality of life. They typically consist of questionnaires that inquire about symptoms, functional abilities, and wellbeing. By using PROMs, healthcare providers can understand how treatments and interventions affect patients' lives from their perspective. This information helps in making informed decisions about care and improving healthcare services. Ultimately, PROMs aim to ensure that patient voices are heard and considered in the health decision-making process.