Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the overall quality of life and identify some factors related to it after stroke.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on patients who had previously suffered a stroke and were receiving inpatient treatment at the Cardiology - Geriatrics Department of the Northwest Nghe An regional General Hospital. The interview questionnaire consisted of four parts: general information, medical history, assessment of daily living independence (Barthel scale), and quality of life assessment scale (SS-QOL).
Results: There are 248 patients who had previously suffered a stroke, the quality of life measured by the SS-QOL scale generally decreased, with the percentages of poor, average, and good QL being 24.2%, 58.2%, and 17.6%, respectively. According to the Barthel scale, the percentage of patients who were completely independent in daily activities was 29%, partially dependent was 36.7%, and completely dependent was 34.3%. There was a correlation between the patient’s clinical manifestations and QL with p < 0.001. The level of functional independence in daily activities (Barthel) was strongly correlated with QL (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: The quality of life of patients following a cerebral stroke, as measured by the SS-QOL scale, is generally impaired. Mean scores for quality of life, physical health, functioning, psychological well-being, and social aspects all show a decline.