NGHIÊN CỨU CHẤT LƯỢNG CUỘC SỐNG BỆNH NHÂN GHÉP THẬN BẰNG BẢNG CÂU HỎI SF-36

Abstract

Objectives: To evaluate the quality of life (QoL) of kidney transplant recipients. Methods: A prospective, cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 172 kidney transplant recipients followed up at the Military Hospital 103. QoL was assessed using the SF-36 questionnaire. Results: The mean SF-36 score was 70.94 ± 15.32; the physical health component was 69.67 ± 17.51; and the mental health component was 72.21 ± 16.01. Overall, 48.8% of patients had SF-36 scores > 75, 39.5% scored 50 - 75, and 11.6% scored 25 - 50; no patients had scores < 25. Patients with BK, CMV, HBV, HCV infections, hypertension, diabetes, a history of acute rejection therapy, or elevated serum creatinine had significantly lower SF-36 scores (p < 0.05). No difference was observed between male and female patients (p > 0.05). Conclusion: Kidney transplant recipients achieved a fairly good QoL. Viral infections (BK, CMV, HBV, HCV), comorbid conditions (hypertension, diabetes), acute rejection, and reduced graft function were associated with decreased QoL.