Quality of life and caregiver burden in caregivers with patients with complications from type 2 diabetes mellitus
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Keywords
Diabetes Complications, Caregivers, Caregiver Burden, Quality of Life
Abstract
Introduction: Chronic diseases with partial dependence, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), alter the lifestyle of both patients and their families, especially those who take on the role of caregiver. This responsibility requires a reorganization of priorities and goals, which can negatively impact quality of life and lead to caregiver burden syndrome.
Objective: To identify the relationship between quality of life and caregiver burden in individuals caring for patients with complications from T2DM enrolled at Family Medicine Unit No. 7.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 138 caregivers of patients with T2DM-related complications. Three instruments were used: sociodemographic profile, SF-36 health survey, and Zarit burden scale. Descriptive statistics and Spearman's correlation test were applied, with a significance level of p ≤ 0.05.
Results: Health-related quality of life assessed with the SF-36 showed a general mean score of 74.8. The physical and mental component scores averaged 63.9 and 38.1, respectively. The highest-rated dimensions were social and physical functioning, while vitality had the lowest score. A total of 5.05% of caregivers reported mild burden and another 5.05% reported high burden. A moderate negative correlation was observed between caregiver burden and the dimensions of mental health, physical functioning, emotional role, and vitality. A weak negative correlation was also found with social functioning and physical role.
Conclusions:There is an inverse relationship between caregiver burden and quality of life. As caregiver burden increases, quality of life decreases.
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