Adaptation of the Score for Allergic Rhinitis in the Chinese Population: Psychometric Properties and Diagnostic Accuracy

Abstract

SFAR was translated into a Chinese version, the CSFAR. Satisfactory results were obtained for its equivalence, appropriateness, comprehensibility, and relevance, as well as its reliability and validity. A cutoff value of 6 was recommended to increase the diagnostic accuracy in environments with less pollen. This study provides evidence that the SFAR we adapted for the Chinese population is a valuable tool in AR screening.