FEATURES AND QUALITY OF LIFE ASSESSMENT IN PATIENTS WITH IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.34132/mspc2025.01.08.15Keywords:
irritable bowel syndrome, quality of life, SF-36 questionnaire, IBS-QOL, IBS-HR-QOL.Abstract
This abstract presents a literature review on the importance of assessing quality of life (QOL) in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder that significantly impairs patients’ QOL. Evaluating QoL in such individuals is essential for both clinical practice and scientific research, as it enables an objective assessment of the disease’s impact on physical, psycho-emotional, and social functioning. The review analyzes general (SF-36) and disease-specific (IBS-QOL, IBS-HR-QOL) questionnaires used to assess QOL in IBS, comparing their psychometric properties and practical applicability. It is concluded that integrating these tools into clinical workflows facilitates the development of personalized therapeutic strategies aimed not only at symptom relief but also at improving the overall well-being of patients.
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