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Reliability of the Glasgow Antipsychotic Side-effects Scale for Clozapine Japanese version (GASS-C-J).

Author: KitagawaKohei, KodamaMasafumi, MimuraMasaru, MisawaFuminari, MizunoYuya, NomuraNobuyuki, SoRyuhei, TakeuchiHiroyoshi, UchidaHiroyuki

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Overview

The Glasgow Antipsychotic Side effects Scale for Clozapine Japanese version (GASS-C-J) was found to be a reliable scale for assessing clozapine-related side effects with an internal consistency of 0.78 (95% CI: 0.72 to 0.84) and 0.82 (95% CI: 0.76 to 0.88) and a weighted kappa coefficient ranging from 0.45 to 0.88.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The purpose of this study was to develop the Glasgow Antipsychotic Side effects Scale for Clozapine Japanese version (GASS-C-J) and examine its reliability to assess clozapine-related side effects. We developed the GASS-C-J using forward and backward translation. Semantic equivalence of the GASS-C-J...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7302491/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Reliability of the Glasgow Antipsychotic Side-effects Scale for Clozapine Japanese version (GASS-C-J)

This study delves into the world of clozapine, a powerful antipsychotic medication. Think of it as a compass guiding lost travelers back to stability in a mental health desert. The study focuses on the reliability of a specific assessment tool, the GASS-C-J, which helps us understand and manage the side effects of clozapine in Japanese patients.

Measuring the Effectiveness of Clozapine Treatment

The GASS-C-J was developed by translating the original GASS-C into Japanese. The researchers tested the tool's internal consistency and test-retest reliability using a rigorous statistical approach. They found that the GASS-C-J is a reliable tool for assessing clozapine-related side effects. It's like a finely tuned instrument that allows doctors to accurately measure the impact of clozapine on patients.

The Importance of Understanding Side Effects

The study's findings suggest that the GASS-C-J can be effectively used in clinical settings to monitor clozapine-related side effects. This is crucial for ensuring patient safety and optimizing treatment outcomes. Just like a wise desert guide, the GASS-C-J helps us navigate the potential side effects of clozapine, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study is a testament to the importance of developing culturally relevant tools for assessing medication side effects. The GASS-C-J is an invaluable tool for Japanese patients taking clozapine. It's like a sturdy camel caravan, carrying patients through the complexities of treatment and side effect management.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-09-09
  2. Date Revised 2020-09-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

32555706

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC7302491

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