scholarly journals Quality of life, depression and self-perceived burden among geriatric and non-geriatric hemodialysis patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 2225
Author(s):  
Kenan Evren Oztop ◽  
Ferhat Cetin ◽  
Ahmed Bilal Genc ◽  
Ceyhun Varim ◽  
Savas Sipahi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Significant Positive Correlation ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Care Burden ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Perceived Burden ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale

Background: Many hemodialysis patients need support at various levels from their relatives while performing their daily activities. The ‘burden’ of these needs of patients on their relatives and their negative effects on their lives have been shown in the literature. The aim of the study was to evaluate the ‘care burden’ in terms of the patient.Methods: The patient who had received hemodialysis for at least 3 months was included in the study. A patient identification form including demographic data and medical history data was prepared. The Perceived care burden scale, Beck depression scale and WHO Quality of life questionnaire were applied to the patients.Results: A statistically significant positive correlation was found between SPBS and BDI (p<0.001, r=0.820). A statistically significant negative correlation was observed between the perceived care burden and all sub-dimensions of the quality of life scale (p<0.001). The frequency of comorbidity in the geriatric group was higher than non-geriatric group. A statistically significant positive correlation was found between comorbidity and QOL (p<0.001).   The median scores of all sub-dimensions of the QOL scale were lower in geriatric group and there were significance differences except environment dimension.Conclusions: The self-perceived burden on caregivers of hemodialysis patients was positively associated with depression and negatively associated with QOL. Decrease in QOL was more pronounced in geriatric patients.

scholarly journals Prevalence of symptoms and quality of life of cancer patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marina de Góes Salvetti ◽  
Caroline Silva Pereira Machado ◽  
Suzana Cristina Teixeira Donato ◽  
Adriana Marques da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Physical Symptoms ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale ◽  
Loss Of Appetite

ABSTRACT Objectives: to analyze the prevalence of symptoms and their relationship with the quality of life of cancer patients. Methods: this is a cross-sectional study with 107 patients evaluated using a sociodemographic instrument, the hospital anxiety and depression scale (HADS) and the quality of life scale (EORTC-QLQ-C30). Pearson’s correlation test was used to evaluate the relationship between symptoms and quality of life. Results: prevalence of female patients (56.1%), 55 years as the mean age and 10 years of schooling. Fatigue (76.6%), insomnia (47.7%), pain (42.1%), loss of appetite (37.4%), anxiety (31.8%) and depression (21.5%) were identified. Anxiety and depression symptoms presented a negative correlation with quality of life and positive correlation with physical symptoms. Conclusions: fatigue, insomnia, pain and loss of appetite were the most common and most intense symptoms. Anxiety and depression symptoms presented a negative correlation with quality of life and positive correlation with physical symptoms.

scholarly journals Quality of life of alcohol dependent patients attending a deaddiction centre in Kannur district

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 36
Author(s):  
R. Ratheesh ◽  
Bindu Mohandas ◽  
P. P. Venugopalan ◽  
A. K. Sarada ◽  
Suprej K. ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Significant Positive Correlation ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Psychological Domain ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Alcohol Dependent

Background: Quality of life (QOL) is individuals' perceptions of their position in life. QOL of alcohol dependent patients is an area that has received relatively less attention compared to other alcohol related problems.Methods: A deaddiction centre based cross sectional study was done on 370 individuals using a predesigned questionnaire during the period of 2012-2013. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 17. Spearman’s rank correlation test was used to find association between the study variables.Results: The mean age of the study subjects was 38.08±8.46 years. The mean duration of drinking was 12.62±7.47 years. The overall score of the QOL and the perceived health in alcohol dependent patients was 3.19±0.89 and 3.01±0.98 respectively. The mean of the transformed scores of physical, psychological, social and environmental domains are 69.12±12.82, 57.84±12.81, 58.52±17.05, 68.62±10.23 respectively. Statistical analysis of age with physical, environmental and social domains showed a significant negative correlation; literacy status with QOL, perceived health, physical, psychological, social and environmental domains showed a significant positive correlation; socio economic status with QOL and psychological domain showed a significant positive correlation; duration of drinking with QOL, perceived health, physical and psychological domain showed a significant negative correlation.Conclusions: Harm from alcohol use is a major public health problem. Reducing the level of social and health harms from alcohol requires preparation and planning.

scholarly journals Psychological well-being, marital adjustment and quality of life after hysterectomy: a comparative study

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (12) ◽  
pp. 4960
Author(s):  
Kusum Lata Mathur ◽  
Manu Sharma ◽  
Mohua Mazumdar ◽  
Shikha Talati ◽  
Siddharth Srivastav
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Marital Adjustment ◽  
Comparison Group ◽  
Psychiatric Morbidity ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Study Groups ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Gynecological Surgery

Background: Hysterectomy is the most common major gynecological surgery often performed for benign lesions. Many studies have reported adverse psychosocial outcomes post-hysterectomy. There is a paucity of studies from India addressing psychiatric morbidity after hysterectomy. To evaluate psychological wellbeing, marital adjustment and quality of life in patients undergoing hysterectomy for non-malignant conditions, in comparison with patients undergoing surgery other than hysterectomy.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 consecutive out-patients who underwent hysterectomy for non-malignant indications at least 6 months ago. The comparison group comprised of 50 consecutive out-patients who underwent gynecological surgery other than hysterectomy at least 6 months ago formed the comparison group. The study participants were evaluated on Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Psychological General Well-being Index (PGWBI), Marital Adjustment Test (MAT) and Women’s Quality of Life Questionnaire (WOMQOL).Results: The indications for hysterectomy were: uterine leiomyoma (69%), uterovaginal prolapse (18%), dysfunctional uterine bleeding (12%), and endometriosis (1%). Abdominal hysterectomy was performed in 92 patients while 8 patients underwent vaginal hysterectomy. There were no significant differences in the study groups on scores of HADS, PGWBI, MAT and WOMQOL (p>0.05). Both the study groups had good marital adjustment and majority reported no depression and anxiety.Conclusions: There is no major psychiatric morbidity, decline in marital adjustment and quality of life after hysterectomy for benign conditions among Indian women. Future research on the ethno-cultural implications and effect of hysterectomy on mental health will be a significant addition to the available evidence in India.

scholarly journals The Development of a Quality of Life Scale for Informal Carers for Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 233372142092042
Author(s):  
John Maltby ◽  
Eef Hogervorst ◽  
Blossom Stephan ◽  
Xu Sun ◽  
Pinyan Tang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Informal Care ◽  
Personal Growth ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale ◽  
Life Scale ◽  
Informal Carers

Background: The aim of the study was to develop a multidimensional quality of life instrument suitable for use among individuals across cultures who have an informal care role for older persons. Methods: Participants were informal carers of older adults in the United Kingdom ( n = 308), United States ( n = 164), and China ( n = 131). We carried out exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses of 61 items derived from the eight-factor Adult Carers Quality of Life Questionnaire with newly added items to define both traditional and nontraditional informal care roles. Results: Findings suggest a 24-item quality of life scale with a six-factor structure to caring for older adults that assesses (a) exhaustion, (b) adoption of a traditional carer role, (c) personal growth, (d) management and performance, (e) level of support, and (f) financial matters. Conclusion: We present a new scale to assess the multidimensional aspects of quality of life among those caring for older adults.

P1560ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION AMONG HEMODIALYSIS PATIENTS

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Helaoui Fadwa
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sleep Disturbances ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
The Other ◽  
Male Predominance ◽  
Other Hand

Abstract Background and Aims Procedure of haemodialysis (HD) treatment is associated with an impaired quality of life in chronic kidney disease patients. It is due to changes in family, social and professional relationships. These changes can also lead to mental health problems. The purpose of our study is to determine the prevalence of depressive and anxiety disorders in hemodialysis patients. Method Fifty chronic hemodialysis patients were enrolled in our cross-sectional study during four months (September -October- November- December 2019). The HADS (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale) survey was used to assess depressive and anxiolytic disorder in our hemodialysis population. Were excluded patients aged less than 18 yearsold as well as kidney transplant patients and psychiatric patients. Results The mean age of our patients was 49.5 range (24-79).The sex ratio was 1.27. The prevalence of anxiety syndrome was 40% with a female predominance of 54.5% versus 54,5%. Depressive syndrome was noted in 48% of our patients with a male predominance of 58.3% versus 41,7%. 48% of our HD patients have shown depression in various degrees. It was about mild depression of 20,8% of pts, moderate depression of 41,6% of pts and severe depression of 37,5% of pts. Somatic symptoms of depression in our population were respectively noted in 52,8% of loss of energy, 57,5% fatigue, 63,4% sleep disturbances, and 38,5% changes in appetite. The most common psychological symptoms were: pessimism (79,1%), loss of interest in appearance (41,6%), psychomotor retardation (75%). On the other hand, 37, 5% of patients felt cheerful and 16,6% still enjoy doing some activities. For patients with anxiety syndrom, we noted: concentration disturbance (45,4%), palpitations (50%), abdominal pain (59,09%) and headache (81,8%). With regard to psychological symptoms, the most emphasized were: sudden feelings of panic (54,5%), worrying thoughts (72,7%),77,2% are feeling restless and 59,09% are feeling wound up. On the other hand, 68,1% feel relaxed especially after the hemodialysis session. It seems that gender, marital status and HD duration did not influence significantly in occurrence of depression with respectively (p=0,08, p=0.1 and p= 0.08). Older patients were significantly more depressed in compared to younger patients (p= 0.003). Unemployed patients were significantly more depressed in relation to employed patients(p=0.01). Finally, as the educational level of patients increased, level of depression significantly decreased (p=0,04). Conclusion Depression is the most frequent psychological complication of hemodialysis (HD) patients. Our results showed a high prevalence of depressive symptoms among the study group. The exact prevalence of depression in dialysis patients is unclear because of different criteria utilized for diagnosis of depression. A close collaboration between nephrologists and psychiatrists is needed to ensure a better quality of life in HD patients.

Predictors of Change in Quality of Life in Patients With End-Stage Disease During Hospitalization

2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 69-76
Author(s):  
Radka Bužgová ◽  
Lucie Sikorová ◽  
Radka Kozáková ◽  
Darja Jarošová
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Functional Status ◽  
Karnofsky Performance Status ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
European Organization ◽  
Stage Disease ◽  
End Stage ◽  
Predictors Of Change

Background: Currently, there are no studies aimed at evaluating the quality of life (QoL) of patients with end-stage disease during hospitalization and the factors that influence it. Aim: The aim of the research was to identify predictors of change in the QoL of patients hospitalized due to advanced stage of disease. Methods: The sample consisted of 140 patients with end-stage disease who were hospitalized on this account. For evaluation of QoL, the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) was used. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and Karnofsky Performance Status questionnaires were used for the assessment of mental and functional status. For the evaluation of predictors of negative change in QoL, a logistic regression analysis was used. Results: During hospitalization, there was a significant deterioration in the scores given for all domains of the functional QLQ-C30 scale, but not the symptomatic scale. Predictors of change in overall QoL detected were marital status, improved functional status, and depression detected on admission to hospital. Gender and age were found to be protective factors against deterioration in overall QoL. Conclusion: Sociodemographic characteristics and mental and functional status may be associated with change in QoL of patients with end-stage disease during hospitalization.

scholarly journals Quality of life among Ethiopian cancer patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (11) ◽  
pp. 5469-5478
Author(s):  
Yemataw Wondie ◽  
Andreas Hinz
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
European Organization ◽  
Eortc Qlq C30 ◽  
Eortc Qlq

Abstract Purpose Cancer is of increasing prevalence in less-developed countries. However, research on the patients’ quality of life (QoL) in these countries is very limited. The aim of this study was to examine QoL of cancer patients in Africa. Method A sample of 256 cancer patients treated in an Ethiopian hospital was examined with the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire EORTC QLQ-C30, the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory, and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. A group of 1664 German cancer patients served as a comparison group. Results Most of the scales of the EORTC QLQ-C30 showed acceptable reliability in the Ethiopian sample. Compared with the German cancer patients, the Ethiopian patients showed lower QoL in most dimensions, especially in financial difficulties, physical functioning, pain, and appetite loss (effect sizes between 0.52 and 0.75). Illiteracy, tumor stage, and treatment (surgery and chemotherapy) were associated with QoL in the Ethiopian sample. QoL was strongly correlated with fatigue, anxiety, and depression. Conclusion The EORTC QLQ-C30 is a suitable instrument for measuring QoL in Ethiopia. The detriments in QoL in the Ethiopian patients indicate specific cancer care needs for the patients in a developing country.

scholarly journals The relationship between care burden and quality of life in caregivers of hemodialysis patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Haleh Jafari ◽  
Azita Ebrahimi ◽  
Abbas Aghaei ◽  
Alireza Khatony
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
Care Burden ◽  
The Relationship

scholarly journals Self-report quality of life measure for people with schizophrenia: The SQLS

2000 ◽  
Vol 177 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Greg Wilkinson ◽  
Bernadette Hesdon ◽  
Diane Wild ◽  
Ron Cookson ◽  
Carole Farina ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Report Quality ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale

BackgroundQuality of life is the subject of growing interest and investigation.AimsTo develop and validate a short, self-report quality of life questionnaire (the Schizophrenia Quality of Life Scale, SQLS).MethodPeople with schizophrenia in Liverpool were recruited via the NHS. Items, generated from in-depth interviews, were developed into an 80-item self-report questionnaire. Data were factor analysed, and a shorter form measure was tested for reliability and validity. This measure was administered together with other self-report measures – SF–36, GHQ–12 and HADS – to assess validity.ResultsData were analysed to produce a final 30-item questionnaire, comprising three scales (‘psychosocial’, ‘motivation and energy’, and ‘symptoms and side-effects’) addressing different SQLS dimensions. Internal consistency reliability of the scale was found to be satisfactory. There was a high level of association with relevant SF–36, GHQ–12 and HADS scores.ConclusionsThe SQLS was completed within 5–10 minutes. It possesses internal reliability and construct validity, and promises to be a useful tool for the evaluation of new treatment regimes for people with schizophrenia.

scholarly journals Psychological Differences of Patients and Relatives according to Post-Transplantation Anxiety

2008 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 250-258 ◽  
Author(s):  
María Ángeles Pérez San Gregorio ◽  
Agustín Martín Rodríguez ◽  
José Pérez Bernal
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Post Transplantation ◽  
Transplant Patients ◽  
Psychological Differences ◽  
One Year

The aim of this investigation is to analyze the psychological differences of patients and their relatives according to the formers' post-transplantation anxiety. We used two groups of participants: transplant patients (n = 166) and close relatives (n = 166). Four questionnaires were applied: a Psychological Survey (to both groups), the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and the Quality of Life Questionnaire (to the transplant patients), and the Leeds Scales for the Self-Assessment of Anxiety and Depression (to the relatives). Participants were assessed twice: post-Intensive Care Unit (ICU; when patients were moved from the ICU to the Transplantation Unit) and post-hospital (one year after transplant). Results showed that high anxiety in patients just after organ transplant was related to an increase of anxiety and depression symptoms both in patients and relatives one year after transplant; it was also related to a decrease in the quality of life of these patients.

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