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In later chapters in this text, studies that employ validated outcome measures are emphasized, but in the absence of objective data, some studies presenting mainly subjective data are mentioned.

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(2006). Outcome Measures Used to Assess Response. In: Urogynecology: Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/1-84628-165-2_5

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