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Quality of life in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis in Kintamani, Bali
Sari Wulan Dwi Sutanegara Luh Made Ratnawati Putri Citra Laksmi Darsana
Volume : 3 Nomor : 2 Published : 2021, October
International Journal of Medical Science and Research
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Abstract Background: Although chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is not life-threatening condition, it impairs daily functioning and quality of life. Sino-Nasal Outcome Test- 22 (SNOT-22) is a specific questionnaire to measure the quality of life for CRS patients. Purpose: The purpose of this research is to know the quality of life in CRS patients based on SNOT-22 in Kintamani, Bali. Method: This research used descriptive method and cross sectional design. This study was conducted during social service in Kintamani on Sunday, September 15th 2019. Result: A total 32 subjects were included in this study. The highest proportion of CRS patients is in the age group of 25-44 years (40.6%) with mean age was 32.22 with an SD value 16.737 and with the proportion of women 18 patient (56.3%). The SNOT-22 scores ranged from 10-39 with mean score was 26.06 (95% CI: 23.23-28.90). The five highest mean score was nasal blockage (3.06), sneezing (2.56), runny nose (2.50), post nasal discharge (2.22), fatigue (1.81) and reduced concentration (1.81). Conclusion: In this research, the SNOT-22 scores ranged from 10-39 with mean score was 26.06 (95% CI: 23.23 – 28.90). The highest mean score of symptoms was rhinologic symptoms followed by psychological symptoms. Keywords: chronic rhinosinusitis, quality of life, SNOT-22