Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Bronchial asthma adversely impacts children's Quality of Life (QoL) across physical, emotional, and social domains. This study assesses QoL in pediatric asthma patients and identifies factors contributing to impaired well-being. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 200 children aged 6-18 years with physician-diagnosed asthma at a tertiary hospital. QoL was assessed using the Pediatric Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (PAQLQ). Asthma severity, exacerbation frequency, school absenteeism, hospitalizations, and socioeconomic status were recorded. Statistical analysis included t-tests, ANOVA, and logistic regression. Moderate (42.5%) and severe (22.5%) asthma were common. QoL scores declined significantly with increased severity (p<0.001), with the activity limitation and emotional domains most affected. Predictors of impaired QoL included severe asthma (OR = 5.21), frequent exacerbations (OR = 4.38), hospitalizations (OR = 3.95), absenteeism >10 days (OR = 3.65) and low socioeconomic status (OR = 2.12). Bronchial asthma substantially impairs QoL in children and adolescents, especially in severe cases. Interventions targeting asthma control, psychological support, and socioeconomic disparities are essential for improving pediatric QoL.
How to cite this article:
P.M. Suresh, Ashna S. Kariyath and J. Bijin Jose. Quality of Life in Children and Adolescents with Bronchial Asthma in a Tertiary Care Hospital: Cross Sectional Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/makrjms.2024.11.681.685
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/makrjms.2024.11.681.685