Health-related quality of life among hemodialysis patients at Hemodialysis Department, Thai Binh Medical University Hospital in 2025

Tóm tắt

Health-related quality of life assessment has become an essential component of evaluating the treatment process among hemodialysis patients. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the health-related quality of life among 72 patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis at the Hemodialysis Department of Thai Binh Medical University Hospital, using the Kidney Disease Quality of Life-36 (KDQoL-36) instrument. Among the five KDQoL-36 subscales, the symptoms and problems subscale yielded the highest mean score (59.7 ± 21.6), indicating relatively better symptom management. The most commonly reported and bothersome symptoms were muscle soreness, cramps, and dry skin. Conversely, the burden of kidney disease subscale had the lowest mean score (22.0 ± 16.6), highlighting the significant perceived heavy impact of kidney disease on patients’ daily life. The most prominent burdens were the interference of kidney disease in daily activities and the excessive time spent managing the condition. The physical component summary and mental component summary scores were 31.2 ± 7.9 and 39.0 ± 10.9, respectively, suggesting that mental health was better preserved than physical functioning. These findings underscore the importance of regular symptom monitoring and implementing targeted supportive interventions to enhance the overall well-being of this population.