The Effects of Dysphagia on Quality of Life in Stroke Survivors

Background: Oropharyngeal dysphagia is a common problem in stroke survivors. Dysphagia and its complications have negative effects on quality of life in stroke survivors. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the impacts of dysphagia on quality of life in Iranian stroke survivors and to determine potential relationships between demographic variables and the domains of quality of life. Methods: Sixty stroke survivors (aged 60 - 75 years old) with a diagnosis of dysphagia participated in this cross-sectional study. The swallowing function of patients was evaluated by Mann Assessment Swallowing Ability (MASA). The Persian version of the Dysphagia Handicap Index (DHI) was used to determine the impacts of swallowing disorder on the quality of life. Results: The mean total and SD of DHI was 73.03 ± 10.16. There was no statistically significant relationship between sex; age, time post-onset of stroke, and DHI total score as well as its subscales (P > 0.05), whereas there was a relationship between the functional subscale of the DHI and the level of education (r = 0.27, P = 0.037) and also with severity of dysphagia on the base of MASA scores (r = 0.267, P = 0.039). Besides, the severity of dysphagia was positively correlated with DHI’s total scores (r = 0.312, P = 0.017); this means that the higher the severity of dysphagia, resulting in even greater the DHI total scores, which indicates a further reduction in the patient’s quality of life. Conclusions: Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that dysphagia in stroke survivors has negative impacts on the quality of life. The relationship between clinical measures of dysphagia severity and quality of life also indicates that the higher the dysphagia severity the lower the quality of life. Dysphagia’s negative impact on the quality of life does not depend on age and gender.

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Friends with malefit. The effects of keeping dogs and cats, sustaining animal-related injuries andToxoplasmainfection on health and quality of life

10.1101/742734 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Jaroslav Flegr ◽

Marek Preiss

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Mental Health ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Positive Impact ◽

Positive Association ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Physical And Mental Health ◽

Negative Effects ◽

Cross Sectional

AbstractMany studies show that keeping cats and dogs has a positive impact on humans’ physical and mental health and quality of life. The existence of this “pet phenomenon” is now widely discussed because other studies performed recently have demonstrated a negative impact of owning pets or no impact at all. The main problem of many studies was the autoselection – participants were informed about the aims of the study during recruitment and later likely described their health and wellbeing according to their personal beliefs and wishes, not according to their real status. To avoid this source of bias, we did not mention pets during participant recruitment and hid the pet-related questions among many hundreds of questions in an 80-minute Internet questionnaire. Results of our study performed on a sample of on 10,858 subjects showed that liking cats and dogs has a weak positive association with quality of life. However, keeping pets, especially cats, and even more being injured by pets, were strongly negatively associated with many facets of quality of life. Our data also confirmed that infection by the cat parasiteToxoplasmahad a very strong negative effect on quality of life, especially on mental health. However, the infection was not responsible for the observed negative effects of keeping pets, as these effects were much stronger in 1,527Toxoplasma-free subjects than in the whole population. Any cross-sectional study cannot discriminate between a cause and an effect. However, because of the large and still growing popularity of keeping pets, the existence and nature of the reverse pet phenomenon deserve the outmost attention.

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Social support, functional outcome and quality of life among stroke survivors in an urban area

Journal of Pacific Rim Psychology ◽

10.1017/prp.2019.2 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 13 ◽

Author(s):

Nipaporn Butsing ◽

Mathuros Tipayamongkholgul ◽

Disya Ratanakorn ◽

Nawarat Suwannapong ◽

Kanitta Bundhamcharoen

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Social Support ◽

Functional Outcome ◽

Short Form ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Linear Regression Method ◽

Stroke Survivors ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Mean

AbstractSophisticated medical technologies can prolong a stroke patient’s life but not always their quality of life (QoL) due to poor functional outcomes. Social support can theoretically assist a patient’s adaptation to life after stroke and improve their QoL, but existing findings are inconclusive. This inconclusiveness is especially found in large cities where family and social bonding can be scarce. We conducted a hospital-based, cross-sectional study among 358 stroke patients to identify the effects of social support and functional outcome on QoL and its domains. The study took place in Bangkok, Thailand between July and December 2016. Data were collected by personal interview using a structured questionnaire that included the Short-Form WHO Quality of Life Instrument (WHOQOL-BREF) and by review of medical records. A hierarchical linear regression method was used to analyze data. The mean age of stroke respondents was 66.0 years (SD 13.5 years), and half were male. The mean total QoL score for patients was 68.6 (SD 15.2). Hierarchical multiple regression analysis found emotional support significantly impacted QoL in every domain (ps < .05) when all included variables were controlled for. To improve the quality of life among stroke survivors, health personnel and family members should provide not only physical assistance but also psychological support.

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Impact of malocclusion on the quality of life of children aged 8 to 10 years

Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics ◽

10.1590/2177-6709.23.2.046-053.oar ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 23 (2) ◽

pp. 46-53 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Sônia Rodrigues Dutra ◽

Henrique Pretti ◽

Milene Torres Martins ◽

Cristiane Baccin Bendo ◽

Miriam Pimenta Vale

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Significance Level ◽

Normal Occlusion ◽

Study Results ◽

Belo Horizonte ◽

The Impact

ABSTRACT Objective: The aim of the present cross-sectional study was to assess the impact of malocclusion on the quality of life of children aged 8 to 10 years attending public elementary schools in Belo Horizonte, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Methods: The Brazilian version of the Child Perceptions Questionnaire 8-10 (CPQ8-10) was used to evaluate oral health-related quality of life. The children were examined for the diagnosis of malocclusion using the Dental Aesthetic Index (DAI). The data were analyzed by bivariate and multivariate descriptive statistics using Poisson regression at a 5% significance level. A total of 270 children participated in the study. Results: Children with normal occlusion or mild malocclusion (DAI ≤ 25) were 56% less likely (95%CI: 0.258-0.758; p= 0.003) to have their quality of life affected compared with children diagnosed with extremely severe malocclusion (DAI ≥ 36). Children with a maxillary anterior overjet ≥ 3 mm had higher CPQ8-10 mean scores (19.4; SD = 17.1) than those with an overjet < 3 mm (13.6; SD = 11.7; p= 0.038). Conclusions: Extremely severe malocclusion and pronounced maxillary anterior overjet were associated with a negative impact on quality of life.

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Impact of Caries Severity/Activity and Psychological Aspects of Caregivers on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life among 5-Year-Old Children

Caries Research ◽

10.1159/000488210 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 52 (6) ◽

pp. 570-579 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Ana Flávia Granville-Garcia ◽

Monalisa Cesarino Gomes ◽

Matheus França Perazzo ◽

Carolina Castro Martins ◽

Mauro Henrique Nogueira Guimarães Abreu ◽

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Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Oral Health ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Health Related Quality ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Statistical Adjustment ◽

Related Quality ◽

Health Related

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the influence of the severity/activity of dental caries as well as sense of coherence (SOC) and locus of control (LOC) on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) among 5-year-old children. A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 769 children at schools in a city in northeast Brazil. Parents/caregivers answered validated questionnaires addressing SOC and LOC. The children and parents/caregivers answered their respective modules of the Brazilian version of the Scale of Oral Health Outcomes for 5-year-old children (SOHO-5). Data were also collected on sociodemographic characteristics, visits to the dentist, and the occurrence of toothache. Clinical examinations were performed by 2 trained examiners. A directed acyclic graph was used to select covariates for statistical adjustment, and logistic regression for complex samples was used to test associations between the dependent and independent variables (α = 5%). For parents/caregivers, the variables associated with a negative impact on OHRQoL were the occurrence of toothache (odds ratio, OR: 10.53; 95% confidence interval, CI: 6.34–17.51; p < 0.001) and a low SOC (OR: 2.17; 95% CI: 1.37–3.43; p = 0.001). According to the children’s perceptions, the following variables were associated with a negative impact on OHRQoL: toothache (OR: 3.58; 95% CI: 2.30–5.55; p < 0.001), caries activity (OR: 1.97; 95% CI: 1.07–3.62; p = 0.028), and traumatic dental injury (OR: 1.71; 95% CI: 1.15–2.53; p = 0.007). Among parents/caregivers, a low SOC led to poorer OHRQoL. For the children, however, neither psychological aspect affected OHRQoL. In the perception of both the parents/caregivers and children, toothache was the oral condition that exerted a negative impact on OHRQoL.

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Perception of parents and caregivers regarding the impact of malocclusion on adolescents’ quality of life: a cross-sectional study

Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics ◽

10.1590/2177-6709.21.6.074-081.oar ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 21 (6) ◽

pp. 74-81 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Lucas Guimarães Abreu ◽

Camilo Aquino Melgaço ◽

Mauro Henrique Abreu ◽

Elizabeth Maria Bastos Lages ◽

Saul Martins Paiva

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Functional Limitations ◽

Well Being ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Impact ◽

Parents And Caregivers

ABSTRACT Objective: The objective of this article was to assess the perception of parents and caregivers regarding the impact of malocclusion on adolescents’ oral health -related quality of life (OHRQoL). Methods: This cross-sectional study consisted of a sample of 280 parents/caregivers of 11 and 12-year-old adolescents who answered the Parental-Caregiver Perceptions Questionnaire (P-CPQ). Parent-assessed quality of life of adolescents was the dependent variable. The main independent variable was adolescents’ malocclusion which was diagnosed by means of the Dental Aesthetic Index (DAI). Based on DAI cut-off points, adolescents were classified into four grades of malocclusion, with different orthodontic treatment recommendations assigned to each grade: no need/slight treatment need, elective treatment, highly desirable treatment and mandatory treatment. Adolescents’ age and sex, as well as family monthly income, were considered as confounding variables. Statistical analysis involved descriptive statistics, bivariate analyses, and Poisson regression with robust variance. Results: Of the 280 parents/caregivers initially accepted in this study, 18 refused to answer the P-CPQ. Therefore, 262 individuals participated in this assessment, providing a response rate of 93.5%. The severity of adolescents’ malocclusion was significantly associated with a higher negative impact on parents’/caregivers’ perception on the oral symptoms (p< 0.05), functional limitations (p < 0.001), emotional well-being (p < 0.001), and social well-being (p < 0.001) subscale scores as well as on the overall P-CPQ score (p < 0.001), even after having been adjusted for the controlling variables. Conclusions: Parents/caregivers reported a negative impact of malocclusion on adolescents’ OHRQoL. Increased severity of malocclusion is associated with higher adverse impact on OHRQoL.

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The caregiving relationship and quality of life among partners of stroke survivors: A cross-sectional study

Health and Quality of Life Outcomes ◽

10.1186/1477-7525-9-29 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 29 ◽

Cited By ~ 36

Author(s):

Christine J McPherson ◽

Keith G Wilson ◽

Livia Chyurlia ◽

Charles Leclerc

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Stroke Survivors ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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Association between quality of life and severity of menopausal symptoms among Saudi women in Al-Ahsa

Journal of Nursing Education and Practice ◽

10.5430/jnep.v11n12p82 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (12) ◽

pp. 82

Author(s):

Ola Mousa ◽

Fatemah M. Alkhars ◽

Mashael T. Al Shawaf ◽

Enas A. Al Omran ◽

Rawan A. Alkhawajah ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Rating Scale ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Positive Association ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Menopausal Symptoms ◽

Reproductive Age ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Saudi Women

Background and objective: Menopause is not an illness. It is a normal physiologic process at the time that marks the end of the menstrual cycles. The severity, frequency, duration, and impact of these menopausal symptoms vary from woman to woman according to their age, and they affect the overall quality of life. The aim of this study is to verify the severity of menopausal symptoms experienced by Saudi women in Al Ahsa, and to identify the association between the severity of menopausal symptoms and their effects on the quality of life of Saudi women.Methods: An analytical cross- sectional study involved 427 women aged 45-60 years old. They were randomly collected by researchers who interviewed them in outpatient clinics and obstetrics and gynecology wards from 6 hospitals by using the Menopause Rating Scale (MRS) questionnaire and the Menopause Specific Quality of Life (MENQOL) questionnaire between February 15, 2021 and May 15, 2021.Results: The average age of participants was between 45-49. The MRS shows that mild symptoms were found in 47.8% of participants, while severe symptoms were 10.6%. The most common symptoms were physical and somatic. The Menopause Specific Quality of Life shows that 52.2% of the participants suffer from mild bothersome, while 7.5% have extremely bothersome. There was a strong positive association between menopause specific quality of life, and menopausal symptoms.Conclusions: There was a positive correlation between menopausal symptoms and the quality of life of women. Menopausal symptoms have a negative impact on the quality of women's lives. Therefore, the policy makers in the ministry of health could strengthen providing health programmes and health services to women in this age group, besides women in the reproductive age. This can be accomplished by including modules related to the special health needs of menopausal women in the primary center's health programs.

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The Influence of Self-Perception on Manipulative Dexterity in Adults with Multiple Sclerosis

Occupational Therapy International ◽

10.1155/2021/5583063 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2021 ◽

pp. 1-8

Author(s):

Rosa M. Martínez-Piédrola ◽

Cristina García-Bravo ◽

Elisabet Huertas-Hoyas ◽

Patricia Sánchez-Herrera Baeza ◽

Jorge Pérez-Corrales ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Multiple Sclerosis ◽

Daily Living ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Leisure Activities ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Self Perception ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Perceived Quality Of Life

Background. Multiple sclerosis is a disorder which causes a loss of functionality, affecting the person’s ability to perform activities of daily living, such as interpersonal interactions and relationship, dressing, self-care, or bathing, as well as having a negative impact on work and leisure activities. Aims. This study examined the relationship (correlational or associations/predictive) between self-perceived quality of life and performance of manipulative dexterity. Also, this study sought to measure predictors of dexterity. Study Design. A cross-sectional study from two associations of MS within the Community of Madrid, Spain. Methods and Procedures. A final sample of 30 people with multiple sclerosis. The outcome measures used were the ABILHAND questionnaire, the Purdue Pegboard Test, the Nine Hole Peg Test, and the Box and Block Test. Results. No significant correlations were found between dexterity and self-perception tests; however, correlations were found between perceived dexterity and quality of life ( p < 0.001 ). Scores for the ABILHAND questionnaire, which measures the perception of skills in daily living, predicted up to 60% of the variance in the dexterity tests. Conclusions. The results of this study suggest that interventions for improving the manipulative dexterity of people with multiple sclerosis should address the person’s perception of improving their manipulative dexterity and the perceived of quality of life, as both factors may influence manipulative dexterity.

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Socioeconomic Inequalities in Oral Health-Related Quality of Life among Brazilians: A Cross-Sectional Study

Dentistry Journal ◽

10.3390/dj7020039 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 7 (2) ◽

pp. 39

Author(s):

Fabíola Bof de Andrade ◽

Flavia Drumond Andrade

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Oral Health ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Age Groups ◽

Total Sample ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Socioeconomic Inequalities ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Related Quality

Objective: Assess the magnitude of the socioeconomic inequalities related to the impact of oral health on quality of life among adults and elderly individuals. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study with data from the most recent oral health survey from the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The sample included data on 2288 individuals—1159 adults in the 35–44 age group and 1129 adults in the 65–74 age group. Socioeconomic inequalities in Oral Impacts on Daily Performance ratings were measured using two inequality measures: the slope index of inequality (SII) and the relative index of inequality (RII). Results: The prevalence of negative impact of oral health on quality of life was 42.2% for the total sample, 44.9% among adults and 37.5% among elderly individuals. Significant absolute and relative income inequalities were found for the total sample (SII −27.8; RII 0.52) and both age groups (adults: SII −32.4; RII 0.49; elderly: SII −18.3; RI 0.63), meaning that individuals in the lowest income level had the highest prevalence of negative impacts. Regarding schooling, no significant differences were observed among the elderly. Conclusion: There were significant socioeconomic inequalities related to the negative impact of oral health-related quality of life in Brazil among both age groups.

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The prevalence of urinary incontinence and its impact on quality of life among the university female staff in South Africa

South African Journal of Physiotherapy ◽

10.4102/sajp.v67i2.46 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 67 (2) ◽

Author(s):

L. Skaal ◽

M.K. Mashola

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Urinary Incontinence ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Treatment Options ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Invasive Treatment ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

University Women ◽

The University

Background: Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common problem among females and has been associated with significant decreased quality of life. Few women seek help for this condition with only a few who consult physiotherapy treatment.Purpose: To determine the prevalence of urinary incontinence and its impact on quality of life among the university women in South Africa.Method: A quantitative cross-sectional study design with 145 women ran-domly selected from the university. A questionnaire was used to determine UI Diagnosis; Impact on Qol and treatment seeking tendencies. BMI was meas-ured objectively. ethical clearance was obtained from University. Data was analysed using SPSS 17.0Results: Forty six(32%) women reported to having UI. Risk factors associated with UI included age, race, and obesity. UI had a significant negative impact on quality of life and only 4.4% of participants with UI consulted physio-therapy for this condition.Conclusion: There is a high prevalence of UI among the women at this university with a significant impact on quality of life.The role of Physiotherapy in management of UI has been demonstrated and there is therefore a need to empower women with non-invasive treatment options, like physiotherapy.

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