Validation and Interpretation of Short Form 12 and Comparison with Dermatology Life Quality Index in Atopic Dermatitis in Adults

Quality-of-life assessments are not standardized in atopic dermatitis (AD). We sought to determine the validity of the Short Form (SF)-12, a generic quality-of-life assessment, in AD and compare its measurement properties with the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI). A cross-sectional, population-based study of 3,495 adults was performed, including 602 adults who met the modified United Kingdom Working Party Criteria for AD. The SF-12 mental...