Dynamic Pruritus Score (DPS)

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The DPS is an instrument comparing the reduction in the current level of pruritus with a defined point earlier in time. It is comprised of a horizontal line measuring itch improvement via 11 marks on a scale, each labelled with both a numerical and verbal description.

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References:

• Ständer S, Blome C, Anastasiadou Z, Zeidler C, Jung KA, Tsianakas A, Neufang G, Augustin M. Dynamic Pruritus Score: Evaluation of the Validity and Reliability of a New Instrument to Assess the Course of Pruritus. Acta Derm Venereol. 2017 Feb 8;97(2):230-234