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The quality of life of kidney patients

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Kidney failure and the consequent need for dialysis treatment have a major impact on the patient’s quality of life and can jeopardise their professional and family life. We carried out a descriptive-correlational, cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach with the aim of assessing the impact of sociodemographic variables on the quality of life of people with chronic kidney failure. The sample consisted of 30 patients from a hospital in the northern region who attended routine haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis appointments and were given the MOS SF-36 questionnaire. The main results indicate that the patients had a more positive perception of their quality of life in terms of social functioning, mental health, general health and vitality, with a lower perception of physical functioning. Gender, age, and educational qualifications were statistically significant factors in quality of life. It is essential to find strategies that can improve the quality of life of people with kidney failure.

Source: Scientific Repository of Open Access of Portugal (RCAAP)

DOI: 10.6063/motricidade.39675

Authors: Vieira Carneiro, Bruno Miguel, Peixoto Cabral, Diana, Costa Pereira Rodrigues, Vitor Manuel, Torres Almeida, Carlos Manuel

Institution: University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro

Language: English

Topic: Dialysis and Renal Disease Management

Subfield: Nephrology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7130369135

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