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Patient-Reported Outcomes: Measuring Health from the Patient’s Perspective

Abstract

Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) are reports provided directly by patients regarding their health status, quality of life, symptoms, and functional outcomes without interpretation by clinicians. PROs are increasingly recognized as critical endpoints in clinical trials, healthcare delivery, and policy-making, complementing traditional clinical measures. This article reviews the definition, methodology, applications, challenges, and significance of PROs in modern healthcare.

S Nandakumar

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