Authors : Jiya Johny; Kavyasree R.; Anagha P.; Muhammad Rijas V.; Sinju A. P.

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 3 - March

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26mar2038

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Abstract : Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a progressive condition that significantly affects patients’ physical, psychological, and social well-being. Dialysis, a life-sustaining treatment for end stage renal disease, places a heavy burden on patients and impacts their quality of life (QoL). Assessing QoL among dialysis patients is crucial for understanding their health challenges and identifying areas that require interventions. Previous research has shown that both physical and mental health domains are compromised in dialysis patients, yet findings vary depending on demographic and clinical characteristics.  Research Question What is the quality of life among dialysis patients in selected hospitals at Calicut, and how is it associated with selected demographic and clinical variables?  Objectives  To assess the overall quality of life of dialysis patients.  To identify factors influencing the quality of life of dialysis patients.  To analyze the association between selected demographic and clinical variables with quality of life of dialysis patients in selected hospitals, Calicut.  Methodology  Research Approach: Quantitative approach Design: Descriptive cross-sectional study Setting: Aster MIMS Hospital, Kozhikode Population: Patients undergoing dialysis  Inclusion Criteria: Adults >18 years, on dialysis ≥3 months  Exclusion Criteria: Patients with cognitive impairment or unwilling to participate Sample size: 100 dialysis patients  Sampling Technique: Non-probability purposive sampling Tools used:  Demographic and Clinical Proforma Kidney Disease and Quality of Life questionnaire (KDQOL-36)  Validity & Reliability: Content validity index = 0.8; reliability coefficient = 0.89  Data Collection: Conducted between 25/7/25 to 30/7/25after obtaining ethical approval and informed consent.  Data Analysis: Descriptive (mean, percentage, frequency) and inferential statistics (association tests).

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