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VOL. 3, ISSUE 2 (2021)
Quality of life in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis in Kintamani, Bali
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Sari Wulan Dwi Sutanegara, Luh Made Ratnawati, Putri Citra Laksmi Darsana
Abstract
Background: Although chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is not life-threatening condition, it impairs daily functioning and quality of life. Sino-Nasal Outcome Test- 22 (SNOT-22) is a specific questionnaire to measure the quality of life for CRS patients. Purpose: The purpose of this research is to know the quality of life in CRS patients based on SNOT-22 in Kintamani, Bali. Method: This research used descriptive method and cross sectional design. This study was conducted during social service in Kintamani on Sunday, September 15th 2019. Result: A total 32 subjects were included in this study. The highest proportion of CRS patients is in the age group of 25-44 years (40.6%) with mean age was 32.22 with an SD value 16.737 and with the proportion of women 18 patient (56.3%). The SNOT-22 scores ranged from 10-39 with mean score was 26.06 (95% CI: 23.23-28.90). The five highest mean score was nasal blockage (3.06), sneezing (2.56), runny nose (2.50), post nasal discharge (2.22), fatigue (1.81) and reduced concentration (1.81). Conclusion: In this research, the SNOT-22 scores ranged from 10-39 with mean score was 26.06 (95% CI: 23.23 – 28.90). The highest mean score of symptoms was rhinologic symptoms followed by psychological symptoms.
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Pages:16-18
How to cite this article:
Sari Wulan Dwi Sutanegara, Luh Made Ratnawati, Putri Citra Laksmi Darsana "Quality of life in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis in Kintamani, Bali ". International Journal of Medical Science and Research, Vol 3, Issue 2, 2021, Pages 16-18
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