Calidad de vida de pacientes con tuberculosis pulmonar que acuden al Centro de Salud de Vergeles de la ciudad de Guayaquil, año 2023-2024.

Abstract

Quality of life refers to the set of conditions that contribute to personal and social well-being. A study on the Quality of Life in tuberculosis patients was conducted. Objective: To determine the quality of life of patients with pulmonary tuberculosis. Research design: descriptive, quantitative, cross-sectional. Technique: Survey. Instrument: SF12 questionnaire. Results: Most patients are men (67%), from urban areas (85%), and with a middle socioeconomic level (89%). 48% reported general health as fair, and 70% experienced work capacity limitations. Persistent cough (68%) is the most common respiratory complication. Regarding treatment, 48% reported heart disorders, and 32% reported liver and kidney damage. Physical and emotional limitations, such as anxiety (45%) and severe pain (48%), were prevalent. Conclusions: The quality of life in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis has a significant impact on self-esteem, family and social relationships, as well as the ability to carry out daily activities. Persistent cough is the most common respiratory complication, followed by chest pain. Regarding treatment, the majority of patients present cardiac disorders, liver and/or kidney damage, and osteoarticular lesions, from highest to lowest prevalence.