Developing an outcome measure for dry mouth.
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Developing an outcome measure for dry mouth in patients with advanced disease.
IRAS ID
182067
Contact name
Michael Bennett
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Leeds
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 11 months, 30 days
Research summary
Dry mouth is a highly prevalent and significant symptom for patients with advanced illness (1). There are few treatments with a strong evidence base to use to help this condition (2). This is a poorly understood area of research. Studies reporting on the assessment of dry mouth and outcomes of interventions in different population groups have used a variety of scales and tools with no consensus on the most valid approach. The aim of the study is to look at the relationship between the severity of dry mouth experienced by patients and the impact on the patient’s day-to-day activities. This will involve asking a set of 10 questions about dry mouth.
REC name
North West - Greater Manchester South Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
15/NW/0812
Date of REC Opinion
12 Oct 2015
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion