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Estudio calidad de vida en pacientes portadores de úlceras cutáneas de difícil cicatrización

Authors: Palomar Albert D; Zamora Ortiz J; Palomar Llatas F; Escudero Martínez M; Naranjo Cuellar A; Pastor Orduña MI;

Estudio calidad de vida en pacientes portadores de úlceras cutáneas de difícil cicatrización

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Objetivo: Evaluar los cambios en la calidad de vida y las actividades básicas de la vida diaria (ABVD) en pacientes con úlceras cutáneas de difícil cicatrización, y comparar los resultados según el tipo de tratamiento recibido. Métodos: Este estudio analítico, observacional, transversal y prospectivo se realizó en la Unidad de Úlceras y Heridas de la Universidad Católica de Valencia. Se incluyeron 278 pacientes con heridas de al menos seis semanas de evolución. Se aplicaron los cuestionarios EuroQoL-5D, DLQI e índice de Barthel en varias visitas (inicial, quinta y final). Se llevó a cabo un análisis estadístico descriptivo y se utilizaron pruebas de Friedman y ANOVA de medidas repetidas. Resultados: Se observó una mejora significativa en la calidad de vida de los pacientes a lo largo del seguimiento, manifestada en la disminución del dolor, la vergüenza y el impacto social, así como en una mejor percepción del tiempo libre y la funcionalidad física. Las puntuaciones de los índices DLQI y EuroQoL-5D fueron más favorables tras el tratamiento, especialmente con terapias menos invasivas. Sin embargo, la independencia funcional total disminuyó en algunos pacientes, atribuido a la progresión de la enfermedad o a comorbilidades. Conclusiones: El tratamiento de las úlceras cutáneas de difícil cicatrización mejora la calidad de vida y la funcionalidad de los pacientes. No obstante, en casos complejos persisten limitaciones en la independencia funcional. Es fundamental un abordaje integral que incluya manejo del dolor, apoyo psicológico y estrategias para la recuperación funcional. ABSTRCT: Objective: To evaluate changes in the quality of life and basic activities of daily living (ADL) in patients with difficult-to-heal cutaneous ulcers, and to compare the results based on the type of treatment received. Methos: This analytical, observational, cross-sectional, and prospective study was conducted at the Ulcers and Wounds Unit of the Catholic University of Valencia. A total of 278 patients with wounds of at least six weeks' evolution were included. The EuroQoL-5D, DLQI, and Barthel Index questionnaires were applied during several visits (initial, fifth, and final). A descriptive statistical analysis was performed, and Friedman and repeated measures ANOVA tests were used. Results: A significant improvement in patients' quality of life was observed throughout the follow-up, manifested by a decrease in pain, embarrassment, and social impact, as well as an improved perception of free time and physical functionality. Scores from the DLQI and EuroQoL-5D indices were more favorable after treatment, especially with less invasive therapies. However, total functional independence decreased in some patients, attributed to disease progression or comorbidities. Conclusions: Treatment of difficult-to-heal cutaneous ulcers improves patients' quality of life and functionality. Never-theless, in complex cases, limitations in functional indepen-dence persist. A comprehensive approach is fundamental, including pain management, psychological support, and strategies for functional recovery. Keywords: Cutaneous ulcer, Quality of life, Wound healing, Outcome assessment (health care).

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Cutaneous ulcer, Wound Healing, Quality of Life

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