What question did this study set out to answer?

The main aim is to translate and validate the Xerostomia Inventory for Arabic-speaking populations.

April 24, 2026

Translation and Validation of the Arabic Version of the Xerostomia Inventory

FHFaisal F. HakeemTaibah University HAHusam Younis AlturkistanyTaibah University ABAbdulmajeed BaikTaibah University

Key Points

The main aim is to translate and validate the Xerostomia Inventory for Arabic-speaking populations.
Translation of the original inventory into Arabic.
Assessment of its psychometric properties among Arabic-speaking older adults.
The Arabic version showed valid and reliable results for measuring xerostomia.
Performance metrics are comparable to existing validated versions.

Abstract

The XI-Ar is a valid and reliable tool for assessing xerostomia among Arabic-speaking older adults, with psychometric performance comparable to validated versions.

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