scholarly journals Quality of Sexual Life Questionnaire (QVS): a reliable, sensitive and reproducible instrument to assess quality of life in subjects with erectile dysfunction

2003 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 173-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
P Costa ◽  
B Arnould ◽  
F Cour ◽  
P Boyer ◽  
A Marrel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Assess Quality

scholarly journals PENGARUH SINDROMA DEPRESI TERHADAP DISFUNGSI EREKSI

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andre Hutagalung ◽  
Christoffel Elim ◽  
Herdy Munayang
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Social Process ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Sexual Stimulus ◽  
Physical Diseases

Abstract: Normal sexual function is a bio-psycho-social process which is significantly related to the quality of life (QOL). Any disturbance in one of the components can be a disaster in sexual life.  Erectile dysfunction is a disability to get an erection or to maintain the erection well enough for a sexual intercourse, which persists or recurs at least three months conse-cutively due to either psychogenic or organic disturbances, or both. Some psychogenic dis-turbances especially depression, anxiety, and relational distress, play some important roles in ED. Besides that, aging, low testoteron level, physical diseases, and some certain medicines have to be included. Key words: erection, erectile dysfunction, sexual stimulus, depression.     Abstract: Fungsi seksual yang normal merupakan suatu proses biopsikososial yang berkaitan langsung dengan kualitas hidup. Adanya gangguan pada salah satu komponen dapat menjadi malapetaka bagi kehidupan seksual. Disfungsi ereksi dapat dedefinisikan sebagai suatu keti-dakmampuan untuk ereksi atau mempertahankan ereksi yang cukup untuk melakukan hu-bungan seksual yang memuaskan, yang menetap atau berulang paling tidak selama tiga bulan berturut-turut. Gangguan psikogenik khususnya sindroma depresi, ankietas, dan distres relasional berperan penting dalam hal terjadinya disfungsi ereksi. Disamping itu usia lanjut, rendahnya kadar testoteron, penyakit fisik, dan beberapa jenis obat perlu diperhitungkan. Kata kunci: fisiologi ereksi, disfungsi ereksi, stimulus seksual, depresi.

Automatically Assessing Movement Capabilities through a Sensor-Based Telemonitoring System

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 39-48
Author(s):  
Felip Miralles ◽  
Eloisa Vargiu ◽  
Eloi Casals ◽  
José Alejandro Cordero ◽  
Stefan Dauwalder
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Heterogeneous Data ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Personalized Care ◽  
Home Support ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
User Context ◽  
Assess Quality ◽  
Final System

Telemonitoring makes possible to remotely assess health status and quality of life of individuals. By acquiring heterogeneous data coming from sensors (physiological, biometric, environmental; non-invasive, adaptive and transparent to user) and data coming from other sources to become aware of user context; by inferring user behaviour and detecting anomalies from this data; and by providing elaborated and smart knowledge to clinicians, therapists, carers, families, and the patients themselves, we will be able to foster preventive, predictive and personalized care actions, decisions and support. In this paper, by relying on a novel sensor-based telemonitoring and home support system, the authors are focused on monitoring mobility activities; the ultimate goal being to automatically assess quality of life of people. In particular, the authors are aimed at answering to an item of a quality-of-life questionnaire, namely “Mobility”. Although the authors are interested in assisting disabled people, we performed preliminary experiments with a healthy user, as a proof of concept. Results show that the approach is promising. Thus, the authors are now in the process to install the final system in a number of disabled people's homes under the umbrella of the BackHome project.

Multiple Sclerosis and Female Sexual Dysfunction: Impact of Disease Severity and Duration

2020 ◽  
pp. 33-37
Author(s):  
O.I. Nehrych ◽  
◽  
V.I. Pyrohova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Female Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Common Symptom ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Total Quality ◽  
Related Quality

Despite a lot of studies of sexual dysfunction there are still no consistent data about the prevalence and characteristics of sexual dysfunction among women with MS, especially it terms of multiple sclerosis severity and duration. The objective: was to determine the prevalence of various SD symptoms among female MS patients, depending on the age and severity of the disease, and evaluate SD impact on quality of life. Materials and methods. The study population includes 116 female patients with MS (McDonald’s criteria, 2010). Health – related quality of life was measured by the Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life Questionnaire (MSQOL-54). Sexual dysfunction was assessed with the Sexual Function Index for Women with Multiple Sclerosis Questionnaire. Results. A direct average correlation between satisfaction with sexual life and relationships; sexual activity and arousal; discomfort and pain during sexual intercourse; direct impact of multiple sclerosis on sexual life and total quality of life, physical health component, mental health component was established (р<0.05). The prevalence of sexual dysfunction increases with the age and disease duration. Conclusions. Our data confirm that SD is common symptom in women with MS and significantly affect their quality of life. Key words: multiple sclerosis, female sexual dysfunction.

scholarly journals Impact of Surgery on Quality of Life of Ugandan Women With Symptomatic Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A Prospective Cohort Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Musa Kayondo ◽  
Dan Kabonge Kaye ◽  
Richard Migisha ◽  
Rodgers Tugume ◽  
Paul Kalyebara Kato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cohort Study ◽  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Prospective Cohort Study ◽  
Prospective Cohort ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Life Questionnaire

Abstract Background: Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is a significant public health issue that negatively affects the Quality of Life (QOL) of women in both low- and high-income countries. About 20% of women will undergo surgery for POP over their lifetime. However, there is a paucity of information on the effect of surgery on QOL especially in resource limited settings. We therefore sought to determine the QOL among women with symptomatic POP living in rural southwestern Uganda and the impact of surgery on their quality of life.Methods: We conducted a prospective cohort study among 120 women with symptomatic POP awaiting surgery at the urogynecology unit of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital. The QOL at baseline and at 1 year after surgery in the domains of physical performance, social interaction, emotion state, sexual life, sleep quality, personal hygiene and urinary bladder function was determined using a King’s Quality of Life questionnaire. A paired t- test was used to compare the difference in mean scores at baseline and at 1-year post-surgery. Results: Of the 120 participants that were enrolled at baseline, 117(98%) completed the follow-up at 1 year. The baseline QOL was poor. The domains with the poorest QOL were physical, social, sexual, emotional and sleep quality. The mean QOL scores in all the domains and the overall QOL significantly improved 1 year after surgery (p<0.001). The overall QOL improved by 38.9% after surgery (p < 0.001).Conclusion: The QOL was poor among women with symptomatic POP and surgery improved the QOL in all the domains of life. We recommend that surgery as an option for treatment of symptomatic POP should be scaled up to improve on the QOL of these women.

scholarly journals Impact of surgery on quality of life of Ugandan women with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse: a prospective cohort study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Musa Kayondo ◽  
Dan Kabonge Kaye ◽  
Richard Migisha ◽  
Rodgers Tugume ◽  
Paul Kalyebara Kato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cohort Study ◽  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Prospective Cohort Study ◽  
Prospective Cohort ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Life Questionnaire

Abstract Background Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a significant public health issue that negatively affects the Quality of Life (QOL) of women in both low and high-income countries. About 20% of women will undergo surgery for POP over their lifetime. However, there is a paucity of information on the effect of surgery on QOL especially in resource-limited settings. We therefore assessed the QOL among women with symptomatic POP living in rural southwestern Uganda and the impact of surgery on their quality of life. Methods We conducted a prospective cohort study among 120 women with symptomatic POP scheduled for surgery at the urogynecology unit of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital. The QOL at baseline and at 1 year after surgery in the domains of physical performance, social interaction, emotional state, sexual life, sleep quality, personal hygiene and urinary bladder function was determined using a King’s Quality of Life questionnaire. A paired t-test was used to compare the difference in mean scores at baseline and at 1-year post-surgery. Results Of the 120 participants that were enrolled at baseline, 117(98%) completed the follow-up period of 1 year. The baseline QOL was poor. The domains with the poorest QOL were physical, social, sexual, emotional and sleep quality. The mean QOL scores in all the domains and the overall QOL significantly improved 1 year after surgery (p < 0.001). The overall QOL improved by 38.9% after surgery (p < 0.001). Conclusions The QOL was poor among women with symptomatic POP and surgery improved the QOL in all the domains of life. We recommend that surgery as an option for treatment of symptomatic POP should be scaled up to improve on the QOL of these women.

Do patients report quality of life improvements after fitting of their unilateral bone conducting hearing implant?

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
S Meghji ◽  
A Collett ◽  
I Nunney ◽  
P Prinsley ◽  
J Hanif
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Report Quality ◽  
Perceived Quality Of Life ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Cent Level ◽  
Assess Quality ◽  
A Prospective Study

Abstract Objective The audiological benefits of a bone conducting hearing implant are well documented; however, there is a paucity of literature comparing pre- and post-operative quality of life benefits. This study assessed the quality of life status before and after the device is implanted. Methods A prospective study was conducted of all adult bone conducting hearing implants inserted in a teaching hospital between 2012 and 2017. All patients completed the Glasgow Health Status Inventory, a validated quality of life questionnaire, before and three to six months after implantation. Results Sixty-two patients received a unilateral bone conducting hearing implant. All scores except the social score improved post-operatively. The paired t-test showed that the differences in the means for the Glasgow Health Status Inventory total, general and physical scores were statistically significant at the 5 per cent level (p < 0.0001). Conclusion This study, one of the few to assess quality of life pre- and post-implantation, showed a vast improvement in patients’ perceived quality of life from the pre- to the post-operative phase.

scholarly journals Erectile dysfunction in male lymphoma survivors in a Southeast Asian country

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
GG Gan ◽  
DLC Ng ◽  
YC Leong
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Asian Country ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
European Organization ◽  
Lymphoma Survivors

Introduction: Although erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of known long-term complications among male lymphoma survivors, it is not commonly reported, particularly in Southeast Asia. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of ED in lymphoma survivors in Malaysia and its association with anxiety and depression, and effects on quality of life. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted at a tertiary hospital in Malaysia. Patients were all male lymphoma survivors. The self-administered International Index of Erectile Function questionnaire was used to screen for ED. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Score questionnaire was used to assess for anxiety and depression, and quality of life was assessed using the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer quality of life questionnaire. Results: Overall, 106 patients were recruited. Mean age was 55.7 years, with 61.3% of patients aged above 50 years. Only 67.0% of patients were sexually active and 81.7% of these reported the presence of ED, with only 4.2% having severe ED. Prevalence of ED among younger patients (age ≤ 50 years old) was 64.5%.The most common reason given by patients who were not sexually active was fatigue. Age was the only factor found to be associated with ED (p < 0.005) and severity of ED increased with age. There was no association between ED and psychological stress or quality of life. Conclusion: Prevalence of ED and absence of sexual activity in lymphoma survivors was high. This should serve as a reminder to the treating clinician to offer early treatment and counselling.

scholarly journals TRANS VESICAL PROSTATECTOMY

2010 ◽  
Vol 17 (04) ◽  
pp. 578-580
Author(s):  
NISAR AHMED ◽  
MASUD MALIK ◽  
ABDUL RASHEED ◽  
Malik Hussain ◽  
Muhammad Iqbal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Adverse Events ◽  
Symptom Severity ◽  
Retrograde Ejaculation ◽  
P Value ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Symptom Index ◽  
A Prospective Study

To determine the effectiveness of prostectomy in reducing symptom severity and quality of life. Design: A prospective study. Setting: Urology department civil hospital Dadu. Period: 2005 to 2007. Patients & methods: 100 men under going prostectomy were assessed using the American urological Association (AUA) symptom index score and quality of life. The adverse events like urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction and retrograde ejaculation also detected. The outcome was assessed after 3 month of prostectomy. Results:Prostectomy was effective in reducing symptoms. Initial mean IPSS was 25 and reduced to 7 with p value < 0.001. Quality of life also assessed which showed majority of cases were mostly satisfied. Adverse events like transient incontinence 10%, retrograde ejaculation in 65% and erectile dysfunction in 25% respectively. Conclusion: Prostectomy is effective in reducing symptom severity and improve quality of life whichwas detected by IPSS and quality of life questionnaire.

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