Clinical Usefulness of Self-Rated Olfactory Performance—A Data Science-Based Assessment of 6000 Patients

• Published in: Chemical senses Vol. 44; no. 6; pp. 357 - 364
• Main Authors: Lötsch, Jörn, Hummel, Thomas
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England 17.07.2019
• Subjects: olfactory testing; data science; odor identification; anosmia; diagnostic test performance

In clinical practice, with its time constraints, a frequent conclusion is that asking about the ability to smell may suffice to detect olfactory problems. To address this question systematically, 6049 subjects were asked about how well they can perceive odors, with 5 possible responses. Participants...