scholarly journals Factors affecting the maternal-foetal relationship

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 118-124
Author(s):  
Gerda Čėsnaitė ◽  
Gintautas Domža ◽  
Diana Ramašauskaitė ◽  
Jelena Volochovič ◽  
Diana Bužinskienė
Keyword(s):  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Early Recognition ◽  
Antenatal Depression ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Strong Impact ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Vilnius University ◽  
Demographical Data ◽  
Relationship Assessment

Background. Mother’s attachment to her unborn child has a strong impact on a pregnant woman’s attitude towards her health, postnatal attachment, and the child’s physical and emotional growth. The purpose of our study was to identify the factors that impact the maternal-foetal relationship. Materials and methods. The study was conducted at the Centre of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of the tertiary-level Vilnius University Hospital Santaros Klinikos in Vilnius, Lithuania. An original questionnaire of nine parts was developed that the questionnaire included information on demographical data, gynaecological and obstetrical history, a relationship assessment scale, the index of happiness, an antenatal depression risk questionnaire, and the Maternal-Antenatal Attachment Scale. Results. The study included 388 pregnant women. It was found that the level of education, obstetrical issues during pregnancy, and the risk of postnatal depression negatively impacted the maternal-foetal relationship (p < 0.05). Mothers who were elder in family birth order, also those whose pregnancy was of a longer duration, who had a better-quality romantic relationship with partner, and whose socioeconomic fulfilment was higher were all found to have a better quality of maternal-foetal bonding (p < 0.05). Conclusions. The early recognition of low attachment and right application of various means of psychologic intervention might improve the quality of pregnancy, maternity, and childhood.

scholarly journals Analysis of socio-demographic and microbiological profile of vaginal discharge in patients attending Kathmandu University Hospital, Nepal

2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 323-326
Author(s):  
Abha Shrestha ◽  
Nuche Ratna Tuladhar ◽  
Chander Dev Chawla
Keyword(s):  
Vaginal Discharge ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Microbiological Profile ◽  
Appropriate Treatment ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Background: Vaginal discharge and associated vaginal symptoms is very common amongst women of South East Asia, hence it is necessary to make accurate diagnosis and also for appropriate treatment by identifying the causative microorganisms. Objectives: To analyze the socio-demographic and microbiological profile of vaginal discharge. Methodology: This is a prospective, non-randomized study performed in one hundred and ninety three patients attending in Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Kathmandu University Hospital, Dhulikhel, Nepal. The patients with vaginal discharge and age of ?16 years included. Vaginal discharge was taken from the posterior and lateral fornices. The swab was cultured on blood, chocolate and Mac Conkey’s agar and incubated at 37°C for 24-48 hours. Fungus when isolated was subcultured onto Sabouraud dextrose agar. The data were analyzed using the SPSS 11.5 software. Result: The frequency of vaginal discharge was 1.67%. Most of the patients fell within 16-25 years. 50.3% patients were illiterate whereas only 3.1% was having master degree. 50.3% patients were having class V socioeconomic status where as only 2.6% had class I status. Housewife accounted for 67.9% whereas other occupation (petty business) accounted for only 5.2%. Most of the patients with vaginal discharge were from Newar and Tamang ethnic group. Bacterial vaginosis was isolated in 36.3% and normal flora accounted for 20.7%. Conclusion: There is still lack of awareness about the vaginal discharge be it abnormal discharge or physiological leucorrhea and related problems. So, it is worthwhile to create public awareness and also to find out the socio-demographic factors affecting the pattern of microbiological flora variation in vaginal discharge, as it gives us the clue regarding the use of appropriate antimicrobial therapy and the changes that can be made to the quality of life of the women.Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.14(4) 2015 p.323-326

scholarly journals Clustering of regions by indicators of quality of life and quality of population

POPULATION ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 4-17
Author(s):  
Vyacheslav Lokosov ◽  
Elena Ryumina ◽  
Vladimir Ulyanov
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Poverty Rate ◽  
Natural Increase ◽  
Income Poverty ◽  
Strong Impact ◽  
Russian Regions ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Regional Cluster ◽  
Qualitative Characteristics

The problem of improving qualitative characteristics of population is relevant for all regions. Its solution assumes breaking the subjects of the Russian Federation into groups, similar in the values of quality of population, and in the degree of effectiveness of the factors affecting them. The main factor considered in the article is quality of life in terms of all its dimensions. The previous correlation analysis of the indicators of quality of life and quality of population made it possible to substantiate the choice of system of indicators for grouping Russian regions with the purpose of elaborating a strategy for improvement of the qualitative characteristics of population. There is revealed a strong impact of the economic indicators of quality of life on the quality of population: average monetary per capita income, poverty rate and unemployment rate. Along with the obvious connection between these indicators, their ratio in different Russian regions is various. Among all indicators of the quality of population, 4 indicators were selected for analysis: natural increase of population, life expectancy, education level, number of alcoholics and drug addicts. Cluster analysis on the set of seven above mentioned indicators resulted in development of regions' typology consisting of seven groups. Each cluster received informative interpretation. The obtained typology was compared with the typology of regions by indicators of quality of population and the typology by indicators of quality of life. Their common features and differences were identified. Inclusion in consideration of territorial factor, which was presented in the article by the share of urban population in regions, did not confirm the hypothesis of its significant impact on the quality of population. On the basis of all the obtained results and their substantive analysis the authors propose a typology of regions which can be used for development of strategies for improvement of the qualitative characteristics of population with the account of the specifics of each regional cluster.

Analysis of factors affecting the quality of life of patients with ulcerative colitis

Nowa Medycyna ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Chrobak-Bień ◽  
Anna Gawor ◽  
Małgorzata Paplaczyk ◽  
Ewa Małecka-Panas ◽  
Anita Gąsiorowska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Ulcerative Colitis ◽  
Medical Surgery ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Mental Functioning ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Disease Remission ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel ◽  
The University

Introduction. Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a non-specific inflammatory bowel disease of unknown aetiology. It is characterised by the presence of gastrointestinal and general symptoms that affect the daily functioning of the patient. Aim. The aim of the study was to analyse factors that influence the quality of life in patients with ulcerative colitis. Material and methods. The study was conducted in a group of 50 patients with ulcerative colitis, treated in the Department of General and Colorectal Medical Surgery in Łódź, and remaining under the care of a specialist Gastroenterological Outpatient Clinic at the University Hospital No. 1 in Łódź. The study was conducted as a diagnostic survey using a standardised SF-36v2 questionnaire as well as a questionnaire regarding demographic and clinical data. Results. Analysis of the obtained results showed reduced quality of life among respondents, especially during exacerbations. The respondents showed slightly lower mental functioning compared to physical functioning. The young age of respondents and higher education level significantly improve the quality of life. Conclusions. Chronic disease contributed to decreased quality of life of respondents. The quality of life for men and women was at a similar level. The quality of life improved during disease remission. Chronic intestinal and extraintestinal symptoms reduce the quality of life of patients.

scholarly journals Gyvenimo kokybė sergant erozineopine ir retikuline plokščiosios kerpligės formomis

2013 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 100-102
Author(s):  
Arūnas Rimkevičius ◽  
Jolanta Aleksejūnienė ◽  
Alina Pūrienė ◽  
Mindaugas Gaigalas
Keyword(s):  
Lichen Planus ◽  
Oral Lichen Planus ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Quality Aspects ◽  
Vilnius University ◽  
Physical Comfort ◽  
Oral Lichen ◽  
Reticular Form

The present work analyses various life quality aspects of 79 patients with oral lichen planus, who were examined in the Žalgiris Clinic of Vilnius University Hospital in the period 2009-2012. Oral lichen planus had different forms of the disease and individual experience, which impacted quality of life. The erosive-ulcerative form of the disease as compared to reticular form had more detrimental influence on psychological, social or physical comfort of patients. A high percentage of patients (48,3% erosive-ulcerative form and 44,5% reticular form) were concerned about their future with oral lichen planus.

scholarly journals Influence of Anxiety, Depression and Self-Esteem on Quality of Life in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 165-173
Author(s):  
Sanghyun Bae ◽  
Insook Hong ◽  
Ok-Hee Cho
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Treatment Time ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Glucocorticoid Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Anxiety Depression

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence and relationship among anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and quality of life, along with factors affecting quality of life, on patients with rheumatoid arthritis.Methods: This study was a cross-sectional descriptive study, and 200 individuals with rheumatoid arthritis who visited a single university hospital as outpatients were recruited through convenience sampling. Using a structured questionnaire, a survey was conducted regarding the general characteristics, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and quality of life. Collected data were analyzed using t-test, ANOVA, and regression analysis.Results: Results showed that lower levels of anxiety or depression and higher levels of self-esteem were associated with improved quality of life. Depression was identified as the main factor affecting quality of life, followed by anxiety, glucocorticoid treatment, time elapsed after diagnosis, and occupational status.Conclusion: These findings confirmed that depression, anxiety, and glucocorticoid medication are factors influencing quality of life in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, Duration since diagnosis, and occupation should be considered in order to improve the quality of life of these patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The occupation and treatment-related characteristics of the patients must be considered, with particular focus on depression and anxiety.

Customer’s satisfaction on service quality at Vietnam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank – An Giang Branch

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. First
Author(s):  
Tran Minh Hieu ◽  
Nguyen Duong Ngoc Mai Chi
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Test Method ◽  
Quality Of Services ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Alpha Reliability ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Development Orientation

This study applied SERVQUAL scale of Parasuraman et al to measure factors affecting customer satisfaction on service quality at Vietnam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank - An Giang Branch (Techcombank An Giang). The study was conducted to survey 207 customers who have been using the service at Techcombank An Giang. The survey results were analyzed by the Cronbach's Alpha reliability test method, then used Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to verify and evaluate the scale of service quality. The results of the regression analysis show that customer's satisfaction about service quality at Techcombank An Giang includes four factors: The factor with the highest level is the Empathy with Beta = 0.253, the second of factor is the Responsibility with Beta = 0.248, ranked third in the influence level is the Tangible with Beta = 0.235, and the lowest impact level is the Reliability with Beta = 0.144. The research also uses statistical methods to describe and test the differences of demographic factors with customer's satisfactionon service quality.The analysis results show that there is no difference between customer's satisfaction on service quality and factors such as gender, age, income, number of transaction banks, regular transaction banks, and time to use the service at Techcombank An Giang. Through the research results, the author would like to propose some ideas to improve the quality of services, thereby attracting new customers and importantly, keeping traditional customers because the development orientation of Techcombank is to take care of old customers to cross sell other products of the bank. The Stud results offer a basis for the branch to identify the factors influencing customer satisfaction on their service quality, thereby having an appropriate strategy to improve customer satisfaction.

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