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Experiences with the French aging males' symptoms (AMS) scale
Authors:Eric Myon  Nicolas Martin  Charles Taïeb  Lothar A J Heinemann
Institution:1. , Pierre Fabre SA, Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, Franceeric.myon@pierre-fabre.com;3. , Pierre Fabre SA, Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France;4. Centre for Epidemiology and Health Research Berlin, Berlin, Germany
Abstract:Introduction.?The aim of this paper is to report on experiences gained from the application of the French version of the Aging Males' Symptoms (AMS) scale, to show correlations with other relevant scales and to provide population reference values for France.

Methods.?A representative survey based on an existing, representative population panel was performed in France (963 males, aged 15 + years). Other AMS data from Europe were then used for comparison. Mean scores of the French AMS scale do not systematically differ from the data of other European studies. The population reference values obtained for France strongly suggest that the scale measures can appreciate the level of well-being whatever the patients' age; however, some variables, such as age and family income, can influence the total AMS scores. Comparisons with the generic quality-of-life scale, SF-12, and a depression scale, HAD, have shown good correlations, as have comparisons with the ADAM questionnaire.

Conclusion.?The French AMS scale is a standardized, valid and simple health-related quality of life (HRQoL) scale, with results comparable to other published European findings. The results also indicate that the AMS scale can be used to measure and compare HRQoL in those less than 40 years of age.
Keywords:AMS  Aging Males' Symptoms  health-related quality of life  questionnaires  validity
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