Quality of life in patients with epilepsy in India

Shetty, Pushparaja H; Naik, Karkal Ravishankar; Saroja, Aralikatte Onkarappa; K, Punith

doi:10.4103/0976-3147.80092

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“…In the present study, although lower age of onset of seizures was found to be associated with a poor QOL, a finding reported by Sinha et al [17], the seizure type did not show an association, unlike that reported in two Indian studies [4,28,29]. The clinical significance of this finding is difficult to explain.…”

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confidence: 84%

Antiepileptic Drugs and Quality of Life in Patients with Epilepsy: A Tertiary Care Hospital-Based Study

George¹,

Kulkarni²,

Sarma

2015

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Section: Qol In Pwecontrasting

confidence: 84%

Antiepileptic Drugs and Quality of Life in Patients with Epilepsy: A Tertiary Care Hospital-Based Study

George¹,

Kulkarni²,

Sarma

2015

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“…While there is no consensus surrounding this, it is important to appreciate the chronic and serious nature of the illness and the multifaceted insecurities that notably impair QoL in these patients [26]. Around one-third of the patients in our study suffered from anxiety and 32% from depression, which may stem from obvious concerns regarding the fear of accidents, fear of losing control, and social embarrassment.…”

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confidence: 98%

“…The social stigma associated with the disease can be a great social barrier for marital prospects, particularly amongst young women, in these parts of the country. Several reports have suggested lower marriage rates among people with epilepsy than in the general population and found that female gender is a major determinant of the Quality of Life (QoL) in patients with epilepsy [26-28]. The higher male ratio may also be attributed to higher incidence of head trauma and alcohol abuse in men thereby increasing the risk of epilepsy.…”

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Prevalence, Demographic Profile, and Psychological Aspects of Epilepsy in North-Western India: A Community-Based Observational Study

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Aims: This study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of active epilepsy, assess the sociodemographic profile, and psychological aspects of epilepsy in the Jaipur district of Rajasthan, India. Methods: We conducted a community-based, cross-sectional observational study covering both rural (n = 165,660) and urban (n = 179,142) populations of Jaipur district using a house-to-house survey. An adapted, pre-designed World Health Organization screening questionnaire was used to identify the cases. Those confirmed by neurologists as true seizures were included in the study. Cases were classified as per the International League against Epilepsy recommendation. Global Mental Health Assessment Tool electronic questionnaire was used to analyze psychological aspects of cases. The caregivers of the patients participated in the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) survey. Results: A total of 380 patients (258 men, 122 women) were identified with active epilepsy. The estimated prevalence of active epilepsy was 1.1/1,000 population and 71% of cases belonged to low socioeconomic classes. Primary treatment gap was documented in 18.8% of cases in our study, 38% of cases were non-compliant to treatment with poorer compliance in those on pol-therapy, 76% had some psychiatric disorder, anxiety and depression being the commonest, and positive family history of epilepsy was found in 4.7%. KAP survey revealed that only 15% of the respondents believed that epilepsy is non-curable, 74% denied its infectious nature, 26% believed that epilepsy occurs due to past sins, and 81% said that they would not marry persons with epilepsy. Conclusion: A relatively low prevalence (1.1/1,000) of active epilepsy and a smaller primary treatment gap (18.8%) was found in our study population. Almost three-fourth of cases had an associated psychological problem, Though caregivers were aware of the nature of disease, majority would not prefer to marry a person suffering from epilepsy.

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“…33,34 Similar to other studies, higher QOL scores in epileptic patients were associated with youth, and higher levels of education and family income. [35][36][37] It is reasonable to suggest that these factors increase the potential for social support, positive coping methods, and awareness of the disease.…”

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Quality of Life and its Determinants in People with Epilepsy in Basrah , Iraq = نوعية الحياة و محدداتها عند المصابين بالصرع في البصرة ، العراق

Shakir¹,

Al-Asadi²

2012

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abstract:Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the quality of life (QOL) in people with epilepsy and to evaluate various factors affecting their QOL. Methods: A total of 116 patients with epilepsy and a control group of 116 apparently healthy persons were included in this case-control study which was conducted at the neurology outpatient clinic of Basrah General Hospital, Iraq. An interview was performed with the use of a special questionnaire, which included data pertaining to socio-demographic characteristics, and clinical characteristics (for patients with epilepsy only). The QOL was assessed with the use of a Short Form (SF-36) health survey. Results: Epileptic patients showed lower overall QOL scores as compared to controls. In the univariate analysis, patients who were older, from rural areas, and with low education and income levels had low er overall QOL scores. Frequent seizures as well as increased duration of epilepsy were also significant factors associated with reduction in QOL scores. In the multivariate regression analysis, age, educational level, income and frequency of seizures were significant determinants of QOL. Conclusion: Certain socio-demographic factors as well as clinical factors were crucial in determining QOL in epilepsy patients. Recognition of these factors will lead health professionals to develop different strategies to improve the QOL of those patients. Keywords

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Quality of life in patients with epilepsy in India

Cited by 49 publications

References 23 publications

Antiepileptic Drugs and Quality of Life in Patients with Epilepsy: A Tertiary Care Hospital-Based Study

Antiepileptic Drugs and Quality of Life in Patients with Epilepsy: A Tertiary Care Hospital-Based Study

Prevalence, Demographic Profile, and Psychological Aspects of Epilepsy in North-Western India: A Community-Based Observational Study

Quality of Life and its Determinants in People with Epilepsy in Basrah , Iraq = نوعية الحياة و محدداتها عند المصابين بالصرع في البصرة ، العراق

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