Validity and reliability of the Arabic version of topical corticosteroid phobia (TOPICOP©) questionnaire

• DOI: 10.15537/smj.2025.46.3.20240506
• Publication Date: 2025-03-17T16:55:16Z
• Authors: Hashem M. Al-Dujaily; Huda A. Hussein; Bahaa Abdelrahim; Mohammad Shawer; Ahmad Mehyar; Baha’ Aljeradat; Dima Batarseh; Sarah Khraim; Amjad Abdeen; Noor Almaani

To translate the topical corticosteroid phobia (TOPICOP) scale into Arabic and assess its validity, reliability, feasibility. A cross-sectional study was carried out at Jordan University Hospital, Amman, Jordan, in 2 phases. Phase one involved translation of TOPICOP using a 2-step process, followed by pilot testing content validation 6 bilingual dermatologists. subsequent feasibility on larger sample 145 participants. administered twice for test-retest analysis. Calculated validity indices revealed satisfactory values, establishing version. Cronbach's alpha coefficient indicated reliable internal consistency (0.757). Test-retest reliability yielded Pearson's correlation 0.775 (p<0.001). The mean global score 56.4%. clear, feasible, completed under 5 minutes without difficulty. is valid, reliable, effective tool assessing Arabic-speaking populations. Its implementation can enhance understanding patient adherence improve eczema treatment outcomes, benefiting healthcare providers, including dermatologists, general practitioners, family physicians.