ArticleJournal of the colleges of medicine of South Africa2025
Assessment of dermatological life quality in patients with cutaneous diseases at Universitas Academic Hospital.
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Background: Dermatological conditions significantly impact quality of life (QoL). This cross-sectional study aimed to assess this impact as part of a comprehensive care approach. Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted at a tertiary hospital's dermatology outpatient department from January 2023 to March 2023. Eligible patients were recruited, and data on demographics, clinical diagnoses and Dermatological Life Quality Index (DLQI) scores were collected. Results: The study included 200 participants (median age: 39 years, range: 18-86). Females comprised 58%, while males were significantly older (median: 53 vs 35 years, Conclusion: This study highlights the significant burden of skin diseases on QoL, with hidradenitis suppurativa showing the greatest impact. Findings underscore the need for patient-centred dermatological care addressing both physical and psychological well-being. Contribution: This study contributes to dermatology research in line with the
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