Evidence-based review of patient-reported outcomes with botulinum toxin type A

Clin Neuropharmacol. 2004 Sep-Oct;27(5):234-44. doi: 10.1097/01.wnf.0000145508.84389.87.

Abstract

This review systematically examines the effects of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) on patient-reported outcomes across disorders using evidence-based criteria. The evidence provided by these studies ranged from randomized, controlled trials to case series. The effects of BTX-A on quality of life or global treatment outcomes were assessed in 48 studies across 16 different conditions. All but 7 of these reported benefits of BTX-A over baseline or the comparator condition (placebo or other treatment). The effects of BTX-A on impairment, activities, or participation were assessed in 46 studies across 17 different conditions. All but 4 reported benefits of BTX-A over baseline or the comparison group. The effects of BTX-A on satisfaction or preference were assessed in 14 studies across 11 different conditions, all of which reported high rates of satisfaction with BTX-A or preference over the comparator. These studies provide evidence that BTX-A exerts meaningful benefits on the quality of life of patients treated with this biologic agent.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Dyskinesia Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A / therapeutic use*
  • Evidence-Based Medicine
  • Humans
  • Movement Disorders / drug therapy*
  • Movement Disorders / psychology
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Quality of Life
  • Research Design
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Anti-Dyskinesia Agents
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A