SMJ articles in the category "quality of life"

Original Article

Factors Affecting Quality of Life at Discharge among Patients with Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures

Objectives: This study aimed to identify factors, including physical functions and activities that affect quality of life (QOL) at discharge among patients with osteoporotic vertebral fractures. Methods: Patients with osteoporotic vertebral fractures were included in our prospective cohort study. Multiple regression analysis was performed to determine the predictors of QOL…

Posted in: activity 2 quality of life 11

Original Article

Contraceptive Methods and the Impact of Menstruation on Daily Functioning in Women with Sickle Cell Disease

Objectives: Women with sickle cell disease (SCD) are living longer as a result of advances in the care of their underlying disease. With the population growing of women living with SCD, reproductive health issues in this population have become an emphasized area of medical care. We sought to describe current…

Posted in: contraception 14 quality of life 11 sickle cell disease 28

Original Article

Coping Strategies Used by Adult Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Objectives: Symptoms of and treatments for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a significant impact on patients’ quality of life (QOL) and result in an increased prevalence of depression and anxiety disorders. Little is known about the type of coping strategies used by adult patients with IBD to better cope with…

Posted in: coping 2 inflammatory bowel disease 10 patient safety 24 Quality Health Care 17 quality of life 11 Special Issue 75

Original Article

Quality of Life of Patients with Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Head and Neck Receiving High-Dose Cisplatin Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of life (QOL) of patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck before and during treatment with high-dose cisplatin and radiotherapy. Methods: This was an observational and longitudinal prospective study conducted from June 2011 to March 2013…

Posted in: chemotherapy 15 cisplatin 2 patient safety 24 Quality Health Care 17 quality of life 11 radiotherapy 6 Special Issue 75

Original Article

Improved Quality of Life, Immunoglobulin G Levels, and Infection Rates in Patients with Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases during Self-Treatment with Subcutaneous Immunoglobulin G

Objectives: Primary immunodeficiency diseases (PIDDs) include a large class of genetically heterogeneous disorders which predispose patients to significant risk of serious and chronic/recurrent infections, as well as reduced quality of life (QoL). Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy improves the well being of PIDD patients; however, the need for venous access and…

Posted in: immunoglobulin 2 quality of life 11

Original Article

Disability and Health-Related Quality of Life after Breast Cancer Surgery: Relation to Impairments

Background: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of impairments relevant to upper extremity following breast cancer surgery and its impact on disability and health-related quality of life. Methods: Sixty-seven female patients being treated with modified radical mastectomy or breast conserving surgery were included. They were evaluated…

Posted in: breast surgery 2 quality of life 11

Review Article

Management of Psoriasis

Abstract:Psoriasis is common, affecting about 2–3% of the population, and has major effects on patients’ quality of life. Psoriasis varies in its manifestations and in how patients perceive the condition. Successful treatment involves addressing the clinical, psychological, and social aspects of the disease. Treatment options include topical agents, phototherapy and…

Posted in: biologics 2 quality of life 11

Review Article

The General Surgeon Shortage: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions

Abstract:In recent years, there has been great interest in the looming shortage of general surgeons. The media has begun to take notice, and politicians are now being forced to answer difficult questions regarding access to emergent surgical care. There are a number of issues which have impacted upon the shortage:…

Posted in: quality of life 11

Review Article

Stress Urinary Incontinence in Active Elderly Women

Urinary incontinence in the elderly is a significant health problem fraught with isolation, depression, and an increased risk of institutionalization and medical complications. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI), the complaint of involuntary loss of urine during effort or exertion or during sneezing or coughing, is the most common type of urinary…

Posted in: elderly 20 quality of life 11 stress urinary incontinence 2 urinary incontinence 2

Expired CME Article

Osteoporosis Self-management: Choices For Better Bone Health

Despite recent pharmacologic advances in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, the disease remains incurable. Effective disease management ultimately lies in the hands of the individual patient, who must take responsibility for key health behaviors related to bone health. One behavior modification strategy that has proven effective, but which has…

Posted in: Osteoporosis 29 quality of life 11 self-management 2 vertebral fracture 2

Original Article

Transitions in Health Status in Older Patients with Heart Failure

Background We aimed to determine transitions in health perception and functional status in older Medicare patients with heart failure. Methods We used 1991 to 1994 data from the Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey, a database that combines Medicare claims with yearly longitudinal surveys. We identified 872 patients 65 years or older…

Posted in: aging 5 functional status 2 health status 4 heart failure 21 quality of life 11
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