Establishment of a Normative Database for the Voice-Related Quality of Life (V-RQOL) Measure

Objectives. The Voice-Related Quality of Life (V-RQOL) measure is a well-established disease-specific quality of life instrument for voice disorders. This study aims to establish a large, heterogenous V-RQOL normative database. Methods. The V-RQOL measure was completed by adult volunteers with no voice complaints in the preceding 6 months. Standardized scores were calculated. Mean scores and standard deviations (SDs) were calculated by demographic category and analyzed using a one-way analysis of variance test. Results. Results were available for 253 responders with a mean V-RQOL score of 94.8 (SD 10.1). There was no difference in scores among age groups, gender, or employment status. Conclusions. This study provides normative values for the V-RQOL measure. Clinicians using this instrument for clinical or research purposes may use this database for a more complete understanding and interpretation of their results.