Articles Vol. 67 No. 3 31/03/2026

CHARACTERISTICS OF SLEEP DISORDERS IN ADOLESCENTS WITH CHRONIC GASTRITIS AT THE NATIONAL PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL

Lai Thuy Thanh1,2, Vu Van Thuan1,2, Dang Hai Tu1,2, Nguyen Thi Dau1,2, Nguyen Mai Huong1,2, Nguyen Thi Viet Ha1,2, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hong1,2, Ngo Anh Vinh1,2
1 National Children's Hospital
2 Bệnh viện Nhi Trung ương
DOI: 10.52163/yhc.v67i3.4645
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Keywords
chronic gastritis; sleep disorder; adolescents; PSQI.
Abstract

Objective: To describe the characteristics of sleep disorders in adolescents with chronic gastritis and identify some related factors.

Subjects and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 150 adolescents diagnosed with chronic gastritis at the National Pediatric Hospital. Sleep quality was assessed using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQ).

Results: The prevalence of sleep disorders was 34.7%, with mild sleep disorders being the most common (20.0%), followed by moderate (9.3%) and severe (5.4%). The average PSQI score was 7.7 ± 3.1. Common sleep disorders included shallow sleep, easy awakening (70.0%), difficulty falling asleep (60.0%), multiple awakenings during the night (55.3%), and nighttime sleep duration of less than 6 hours (50.0%). Sleep disorders were associated with age group, puberty status, screen time exceeding 3 hours per day, and academic pressure (p < 0.05).

Conclusion: Sleep disorders are common in adolescents with chronic gastritis and are related to both biological and lifestyle-psychological factors. Screening and intervention are crucial. Sleep disorder interventions are essential for the holistic treatment of adolescents with chronic gastritis and for improving their quality of life.

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