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2019 Sep


Niger J Clin Pract


22


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Health-related quality of life in people with chronic diseases managed in a low-resource setting – A study from South East Nigeria.

Authors

Ijoma UN, Unaogu NN, Onyeka TI, Nwatu CB, Onyekonwu CL, Onwuekwe IO, Ugwumba F, Nwutobo RC, Nwachukwu CV
Niger J Clin Pract. 2019 Sep; 22(9):1180-1188.
PMID: 31489851.

Abstract

Assessment of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in resource-limited settings is critical to evaluate and improve the burden of morbidity and mortality associated with chronic medical disorders. There is a dearth of data on HRQOL among patients suffering from chronic medical disorders in Nigeria. This study assessed the HRQOL of participants with diabetes mellitus (DM), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, and cancer in a hospital setting with limited resources and highlighted associated factors.