ASSOCIATION BETWEEN HIGH ACHIEVED HEMOGLOBIN LEVEL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENT WITH CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE

Abstract

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term progressive condition that leads to gradual loss of kidney function. One of its most common complications is anemia, primarily caused by decreased production of erythropoietin. Anemia in CKD patients is associated with symptoms such as fatigue, decreased physical endurance, and difficulty in performing daily activities, all of which contribute to a decline in health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Effective management of hemoglobin levels may help improve physical health and overall patient well-being.

Objective(s): To assess the association between achieved hemoglobin levels and physical healthrelated quality of life in patients diagnosed with chronic kidney disease.

Methodology: A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out among 80 patients with diagnosed chronic kidney disease in a hospital setting using a convenience sampling technique. Participants were categorized into two groups based on their hemoglobin levels: ≥12 g/dL and <12 g/dL. Relevant demographic and clinical data, including age, gender, CKD stage, and hemoglobin levels, were collected using a structured data collection tool. Physical health-related quality of life was evaluated using a standardized questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using statistical software, applying descriptive statistics and appropriate inferential tests to determine the relationship between hemoglobin levels and quality of life.

Results: The results indicated that patients with higher hemoglobin levels demonstrated better physical health-related quality of life compared to those with lower levels. Increased hemoglobin was associated with improved physical functioning, lower levels of fatigue, and greater ability to carry out daily activities.

Conclusion(s): The study concludes that higher hemoglobin levels are significantly associated with better physical health-related quality of life in patients with chronic kidney disease. Proper diagnosis and management of anemia may play a crucial role in improving physical health outcomes and enhancing overall quality of life in this population.