Regarding the EuraHS-QoL (European Registry for Abdominal Wall Hernias — Quality of Life) score used in hernia research, which domain is NOT included?
- A Pain and discomfort at the hernia site
- B Restriction in daily activities
- C Cardiac and respiratory functional capacity ✓
- D Fatigue and cosmesis
Correct answer: C. Cardiac and respiratory functional capacity
Explanation
The EuraHS-QoL score is a validated hernia-specific quality-of-life tool that measures three domains: pain/discomfort at the hernia site, activity restrictions due to the hernia, and cosmetic dissatisfaction. Cardiac and respiratory functional capacity are general health measures not included in hernia-specific QoL instruments. Hernia-specific scores focus on symptoms directly attributable to the hernia and its impact on daily activities.
Reference: Bailey & Love's Short Practice of Surgery, 27th ed.
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