Translation and Validation of the OVAMA Questionnaire into Portuguese and Its Application in Patients with Vascular Anomalies

Introduction  The Outcome Measures for Vascular Malformations (OVAMA) questionnaire evaluates subjective outcomes of vascular malformation treatments. Originally written in Dutch, its clinical application in Brazil requires a translation into Portuguese.

Materials and Methods  Bilingual teams performed direct and reverse translations, and the authors submitted a consensus version to specialists. The final version underwent testing on 8 patients of different ages, genders, and diagnoses. Their feedback led to adjustments to ensure the questionnaire's equivalence to the original.

Results  The subjects had a broad understanding of the Portuguese version, although some minor difficulties were noted. Final adaptations ensured clarity and accessibility without compromising the original content.

Conclusion  The translated OVAMA questionnaire will contribute to the standardized assessment of quality of life and therapeutic outcomes in vascular malformations, aiding in the optimization of clinical and surgical approaches.

Keywords
outcome assessment, health care; surgery, plastic; vascular malformations; patient reported outcome measures; disease impact profile; quality of life