The quality of life component investigates the patient’s perception of their overall well-being, life satisfaction, and the influence of their health condition or treatment on various life domains. It evaluates the patient’s social relationships, personal fulfillment, financial well-being, spirituality, and overall contentment to provide a comprehensive assessment of their quality of life.

Physical functioning is the evaluation of a patient’s capacity to perform activities of daily living, such as walking, dressing, bathing, and performing physical tasks. It assesses the effect of a health condition or treatment on a patient’s physical capabilities and identifies any limitations or disabilities.

Aspects of mental health encompass the patient’s emotional health, psychological distress, and mental health-related symptoms. It evaluates factors including anxiety, depression, tension, mood, self-esteem, and emotional functioning. Understanding the mental health status of the patient is essential for providing appropriate care and treatment.

Social functioning is the ability to engage in social activities, maintain relationships, and assume social roles and responsibilities It evaluates the effects of a patient’s health condition on his or her social interactions, social support network, and overall social well-being. 

Body image is a specific aspect that centers on the patient’s feelings and satisfaction with their physical appearance, including body shape, size, and appearance-related worries. It addresses any emotional or psychological repercussions linked to modifications in body image as a result of a medical condition or treatment.

Pain is a crucial component of PROMs that evaluates the intensity, frequency, and location of the patient’s pain. It provides information regarding the patient’s pain levels, its influence on daily activities and overall health, and the efficacy of pain management interventions.

PROMs frequently include components that focus on particular symptoms associated with a specific health condition or treatment. Depending on the context, these symptoms may include fatigue, vertigo, shortness of breath, insomnia, loss of appetite, and others. Assessing symptoms aids in understanding the patient’s symptom burden and guides strategies for symptom management.

Satisfaction with:

• Clinians or surgeons
• Admin staff
• Nursing
• Information
• Porcesses
• Digital assets