Constructing a knee joint function evaluation item pool for total knee arthroplasty using the Delphi Method
Objective To construct a pool of knee joint function assessment items tailored to Chinese Total Knee Arthroplasty(TKA)patients to better accommodate their cultural and lifestyle preferences.Methods Considering Chinese social and cultural backgrounds,an initial pool of knee joint function assessment items was developed based on the 2001 International Classification of Functioning,Disability,and Health core set for osteoarthritis and content from internationally recognized assessment scales.Through two rounds of Delphi expert consultations,the items were refined and improved.Results This study invited 29 experts from relevant fields to participate,demonstrating high levels of engagement and enthusiasm.Following the two rounds of consultation,the importance scores for each item exhibited a strong central tendency,indicating a high level of consensus among the experts.Consequently,a final pool of 24 items,organized into two dimensions,was established.Conclusions This study provides a solid foundation for the development of a knee joint function assessment tool tailored to Chinese TKA patients.Future research will focus on further assessment of the reliability and validity of the scale and improvement of the items to ensure scientific rigor and effectiveness.This work holds the potential to offer improved support for clinical practice and patient rehabilitation,enabling accurate evaluation and treatment.
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