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Development and validation of an Arabic version of the International Prostate Symptom Score
BJU International, 11/06/09

Hammad FT et al. – The IPSS–Arb was shown to be a reliable and valid instrument for patients with BPH. We recommend using it for patient assessment and follow–up, and as a research tool in Arabic–speaking patients both in the Middle East and worldwide. In addition, this study provided another proof of the wide suitability of the IPSS among various nations worldwide.

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Fayez T. Hammad, 11/14/09

This article is the first in a peer-reviewed indexed journal to provide evidence that the Arabic version of IPSS is a reliable and valid instrument which could be used in the diagnosis and follow-up of Arabic-speaking patients with prostate symptoms both in the Middle East and worldwide. In addition, it can also be used a research tool in studies in the Middle East.

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