Association between Hepatitis B-Related Knowledge and Health-Related Quality of Life

Haq, Hafiz Hafeez-ul; Hassali, Azmi; Shafie, A.A.; Saleem, Fahad; Farooqui, Maryam; Aljadhey, Hisham; Ahmad, FUD; Iqbal, Qaiser

doi:10.4314/tjpr.v13i7.22

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“…HRQoL was assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF research tool. This 26 item HRQoL selfadministered tool is cross-culturally sensitive which has shown good to excellent psychometric properties [3]. In the WHOQOL-BREF tool's 26 questions, 2 questions assess the perception of QoL and overall health satisfaction status whereas the other 24 questions comprise the physical, psychological, social and environmental domains.…”

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“…In the WHOQOL-BREF tool's 26 questions, 2 questions assess the perception of QoL and overall health satisfaction status whereas the other 24 questions comprise the physical, psychological, social and environmental domains. The WHOQOL-BREF tool's 26 questions explain how respondents attribute to each aspect of their life and how problematic or satisfactory they perceive them to be for their total HRQoL [3]. Demographic characteristics measured were gender, age, marital status, educational level, employment status, comorbidities other than CVDs (diabetes, respiratory diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, pulmonary disorders, and gastrointestinal diseases) indication, and duration of warfarin use.…”

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“…Demographic characteristics measured were gender, age, marital status, educational level, employment status, comorbidities other than CVDs (diabetes, respiratory diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, pulmonary disorders, and gastrointestinal diseases) indication, and duration of warfarin use. The score of each question for each domain was used to obtain as summarized domain score and finally, all the scores were transformed linearly according to the provided WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire guidelines (0-100 scale) [3]. Higher scores indicate higher levels of HRQoL and vice versa.…”

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“…"WHO defines Quality of Life as an individual's perception of their position in life in the context of the culture and value systems in which they live and in relation to their goals, expectations, standards and concerns´´´ [1]. Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) is an important measure that enables healthcare professionals (HCPs) to understand patients' perceptions of illnesses [1][2][3]. HRQoL is an individual's perceived Quality of Life (QoL), demonstrating satisfaction in areas of life that are affected by patients' general health states [4,5].…”

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Determinants of health-related quality of life among warfarin patients in Pakistan

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Introduction The effect of anticoagulation control on overall Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) in patients taking warfarin in Pakistan has not been explored yet. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate HRQoL among warfarin patients in Pakistan. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted among patients on warfarin in Pakistan. By purposive sampling, data were collected using demographic data collection form and the World Health Organization Quality of Life: Brief Version (WHOQOL-BREF). The WHOQOL-BREF is comprised of four domains; physical, psychological, social relationships, and environment. Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 22. Results Out of 295 warfarin patients, more females than males (<0.001) were observed (n = 184, 62.4%, and n = 111, 37.6% respectively). One hundred and eighteen (40.0%) patients were less than 30-years of age, whereas one hundred and seventy-seven (60.0%) patients were above 30-years of age. Mean scores for the physical (62.44±15.36), psychological (67.84 ±15.54), social (64.27±26.28) and environment domains (63.45±17.66) were observed.

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Assessing the knowledge of expectant mothers on mother–to-child transmission of viral hepatitis B in Upper West region of Ghana

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BackgroundViral Hepatitis B is of a major public health concern globally, especially in developing countries. Expectant mothers’ knowledge of Mother-To-Child Transmission (MTCT) of the disease is significant in preventing the spread from an infected mother to her child. This study sought to assess the expectant mothers’ knowledge of Mother-To-Child Transmission of viral hepatitis B in the Wa Municipality and Lawra District of Upper West Region, Ghana.MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional study with a multi-stage sampling technique was employed to select a total of 450 study respondents (expectant mothers), and a semi-structured questionnaire was used for the data collection. Respondents were interviewed using face-to-face interview technique.ResultsMajority (54.0%) of the respondents were aged between 25 and 35 years and the results were similar in both districts. Overall, 62.4% (281/450) of the respondents had at least Junior High level education, and 76.2% (343/450) were multigravida. Educational levels among respondents in the two areas were above 50.0% and considered relatively high. Respondents’ general knowledge of hepatitis B infection and disease was 46.0% (208/450). However, there was a slight difference between the two districts (40.1% in Lawra District and 51.6% in Wa Municipality). The overall knowledge level on MTCT of viral hepatitis B among the respondents was 34.7% (156/450): the Wa Municipality recorded higher knowledge (43.3%) compared to 24.8% in Lawra District.ConclusionThe knowledge level of the expectant mothers on MTCT of viral hepatitis B is relatively low in Upper West Region, Ghana. Majority of the respondents had some form of formal education. The age, marital status, education, occupation, gravity and family setup were found to be associated with knowledge of Hepatitis B infection and MTCT. Thus, there is urgent need to intensify efforts of health staff to educate expectant mothers. In addition, home education and outreach activities should be intensified on HBV infection as well as MTCT. Consequently, planning, implementation and execution of preventive activities, especially in the antenatal clinics should critically consider the social and demographic variations of mothers.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12879-017-2490-x) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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Validation of the Brazilian version of the hepatitis B quality of life evaluation instrument - HBQOL, and its application to patients with chronic hepatitis B in Cascavel - PR

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Pontarolo

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Braz. J. Pharm. Sci.

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The objective of this study is to validate the specific questionnaire for Hepatitis B HBQOL (Hepatitis B Quality of Life Instrument, version 1.0) for the Brazilian version, in addition to testing its applicability in patients with hepatitis B under treatment and comparing the quality of life between patients using first-line drugs (tenofovir and entecavir). For the validation, the back-translation technique was used in a sample of 47 patients. Factor analysis was performed between the items in each domain of the questionnaire and the internal consistency was calculated using Cronbach's α coefficient. In assessing the applicability of the validated questionnaire, interviews were carried out with 124 patients. Sociodemographic and treatment data were collected to characterize the sample and perform correlation analyzes. The results demonstrate that the Brazilian version of the questionnaire was successfully validated. In the analysis carried out among the 124 patients, the domains psychological well-being and stigma obtained the highest scores in quality of life and the lowest level of education conferred better results in these two domains. The comparison between tenofovir and entecavir showed no significant difference in patients' quality of life. The use of this validated instrument can make therapeutic decisions more rational.

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Association between Hepatitis B-Related Knowledge and Health-Related Quality of Life

Abstract: Purpose: To evaluate the association between patient's knowledge of Hepatitis-B and Health Related Quality of Life (HRQoL

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Determinants of health-related quality of life among warfarin patients in Pakistan

Determinants of health-related quality of life among warfarin patients in Pakistan

Assessing the knowledge of expectant mothers on mother–to-child transmission of viral hepatitis B in Upper West region of Ghana

Validation of the Brazilian version of the hepatitis B quality of life evaluation instrument - HBQOL, and its application to patients with chronic hepatitis B in Cascavel - PR

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