Jeyaraman N, Jeyaraman M, Ramasubramanian S, Balaji S, Muthu S. Voices that matter: The impact of patient-reported outcome measures on clinical decision-making. World J Methodol 2025; 15(2): 98066 [DOI: 10.5662/wjm.v15.i2.98066]
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Madhan Jeyaraman, MS, PhD, Assistant Professor, Research Associate, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Velappanchavadi, Chennai, TN 600077, India. madhanjeyaraman@gmail.com
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Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, TN 600077, India
Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman, Sathish Muthu, Department of Research Methods, Orthopaedic Research Group, Coimbatore, TN 641045, India
Swaminathan Ramasubramanian, Sangeetha Balaji, Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Omandurar Government Estate, Chennai, TN 600002, India
Sathish Muthu, Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore, TN 641021, India
Sathish Muthu, Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Karur, TN 639004, India
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Corresponding author: Madhan Jeyaraman, MS, PhD, Assistant Professor, Research Associate, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Velappanchavadi, Chennai, TN 600077, India. madhanjeyaraman@gmail.com
Received: June 17, 2024 Revised: September 9, 2024 Accepted: September 25, 2024 Published online: June 20, 2025 Processing time: 163 Days and 3.9 Hours
Abstract
The critical role of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in enhancing clinical decision-making and promoting patient-centered care has gained a profound significance in scientific research. PROMs encapsulate a patient's health status directly from their perspective, encompassing various domains such as symptom severity, functional status, and overall quality of life. By integrating PROMs into routine clinical practice and research, healthcare providers can achieve a more nuanced understanding of patient experiences and tailor treatments accordingly. The deployment of PROMs supports dynamic patient-provider interactions, fostering better patient engagement and adherence to treatment plans. Moreover, PROMs are pivotal in clinical settings for monitoring disease progression and treatment efficacy, particularly in chronic and mental health conditions. However, challenges in implementing PROMs include data collection and management, integration into existing health systems, and acceptance by patients and providers. Overcoming these barriers necessitates technological advancements, policy development, and continuous education to enhance the acceptability and effectiveness of PROMs. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and policy-making aimed at optimizing the use and impact of PROMs across healthcare settings.
Core Tip: Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are essential for patient-centered care, offering insights into patients’ health status and treatment impact. Addressing technological, policy, and educational advancements to maximize PROMs’ effectiveness in healthcare, future efforts should focus on optimizing PROMs’ integration and utility in clinical practice and research.
