Determining quality of life in stroke survivors

Carod-Artal, Francisco Javier

doi:10.1586/erp.11.104

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“…It is also clear in the studies that the aphasic has a higher number of depression symptoms, difficulties in performing daily activities, and higher level of dependence (15,20,27,29,30) . Moreover, the aphasic's condition limits social relations (7,27) , which explains the findings.…”

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confidence: 63%

“…Studies show that the QOL declines after a stroke, even for individuals with minimal sequel (7,20,21) . Among the factors that influence the QOL, we can mention age, low educational level, mobility difficulties, depression, difficulties in social roles, and language changes (22)(23)(24) .…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Various authors (5)(6)(7) discuss the importance in considering QOL under subjective aspects, observing how individuals assess their personal situation, and the different domains the QOL may have, which include social relations, family relations, language, behavior, among other aspects addressed in QOL questionnaires.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Therefore, the QOL is understood as the personal satisfaction in accomplishing their daily activities, personal relation, including romantic, family, and social relations, in living under satisfactory conditions, comprising sanitation, housing, transportation, and food, as well as having access to education, health, and leisure (5)(6)(7) .…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The questionnaires for base population, which do not specify a pathology, are used for epidemiological research and the health system evaluation (5) . On the other hand, more specific questionnaires can indicate alterations in the QOL of determined groups of individuals more easily (9) , for example, in stroke sequels (7)(8)(9)(10) . For this reason, in this study we used a specific questionnaire to measure the QOL of stroke patients, mainly the aphasics.…”

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A literature review of outcome and treatment options after acquired brain injury: Suggestions for adult offenders using knowledge from the general population

de Geus,

Milders,

van Horn

et al. 2024

Criminal Behav Ment Health

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BackgroundAcquired brain injury (ABI) is a major health problem, often with negative effects on behaviour and mental health as well as cognition. Prevalence of ABI is exceptionally high among offenders and increases their re‐offending risk. Information on risk factors for ABI and its outcomes among offenders that could guide effective treatment for them is, nevertheless, scarce and dispersed. However, there is a more substantial literature about the general population that could inform work with brain‐injured offenders, especially when selecting for samples or subgroups with similar relevant characteristics, such as lower socio‐economic status (SES), pre‐injury lower tested intelligence score (<85) and pre‐injury mental health problems.AimsTo explore brain injury data from non‐offender samples of otherwise similar socio‐economic and mental health and ability characteristics to offenders then, first, to describe their untreated outcomes and, secondly, outcomes after frequently used interventions in these circumstances, noting factors associated with their effectiveness.MethodThree databases were systematically searched for the years 2010–2022; first, using terms for brain injury or damage and cognitive (dys)function, mental health or quality of life. Second, in a separate search, we used these terms and terms for interventions and rehabilitation. In the second review, studies were selected for clear, distinguishable data on age, sex, SES and lifestyle factors to facilitate inferences for offenders. A narrative analytical approach was adopted for both reviews.ResultsSamples with characteristics that are typical in offender groups, including lower SES, lower pre‐injury intelligence quotient (<85), prior cognitive impairments and prior mental health problems, had poorer cognitive and behavioural outcomes following ABI than those without such additional problems, together with lower treatment adherence. With respect to treatment, adequate motivation and self‐awareness were associated with better cognitive and behavioural outcomes than when these were low or absent, regardless of the outcome measured.ConclusionsMore complex pre‐injury mental health problems and social disadvantages typical of offenders are associated with poorer post‐brain injury recovery. This paper adds to practical knowledge by bringing together work that follows specific outcome trajectories. Overall, succesful ABI‐interventions in the general population that aim at pre‐injury difficulties comparable to those seen among offenders, show that personalising injury‐specific treatments and taking account of these difficulties, maximised positive outcomes.

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An assessment of quality of life among stroke survivors at tertiary care teaching hospital in South India: A randomized clinical trial

Mary,

Sivannan,

Elumalai

et al. 2023

Precision Medical Sciences

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The study's primary aim was to examine how a stroke affects health‐related quality of life (QoL), and a secondary aim was to link this event with clinical and sociodemographic factors. Stroke patients were included in the study. First, 94 patients underwent a quantitative analytical cross‐sectional study 3 months after starting medication. Using multivariable linear regression, relationships between the severity of the initial stroke were investigated. From the raw data, we determined the standard deviation and the standard error of the mean. If the p‐value is less than .05, it is considered significant, and if it's less than .0001, it is extremely significant. The majority 94.68% were diagnosed with ischemic stroke, and only 5.32% were hemorrhagic stroke; 56.32% of the patients were male, and 43.68% were female; one‐third of the patients were found to be smokers and alcoholics; 9.57% of the patients had a family history of stroke; and 9.5% of the patients had a history of stroke. Patients with stroke comorbidities, including high blood pressure 88.19%, diabetes 51.06%, high cholesterol 22.34%, coronary artery disease 23.40%, smoking 30.85%, and alcoholism 24.46%. Significant dangers were posed by both hypertension and smoking. There was a statistically significant improvement in quality of life between the two groups, with the intervention group showing a mean difference of 112. The p‐value for this improvement was less than .0001. The quality of life of stroke survivors can be improved through direct screening, monitoring of the patient, planned therapy, and management.

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Determining quality of life in stroke survivors

Cited by 77 publications

References 114 publications

Quality of life in aphasia: differences between fluent and non-fluent aphasic Augmentative and Alternative Communication users

Quality of life in aphasia: differences between fluent and non-fluent aphasic Augmentative and Alternative Communication users

A literature review of outcome and treatment options after acquired brain injury: Suggestions for adult offenders using knowledge from the general population

An assessment of quality of life among stroke survivors at tertiary care teaching hospital in South India: A randomized clinical trial

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