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Impact of educational programme regarding chelation therapy on the quality of life for B-thalassemia major children.

Abstract
Objectives Thalassemia is the most common genetic disorder in Egypt, with an estimated carrier rate of 9-10%. It is a genetic blood disorder which can be fatal if proper chelation is not received. The introduction of chelating agents capable of removing excessive iron from the body has dramatically increased life expectancy and improved the overall quality of life. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of educational programmes regarding chelation therapy on the quality of life of thalassemic children. Methods The study was carried out at the Mansoura University Children's Hospital in the period between March 2010 and May 2011. It included 173 B-thalassemia children (84 boys and 89 girls) with age ranging between 8-18 years. The researcher used a predesigned interviewing questionnaire to collect data regarding children's knowledge about thalassemia and its management, especially regarding chelation therapy. The paediatric quality-of-life inventory tool (Peds QL 4.0 generic core) was also used to assess the studied children's quality of life. Results There was a significant statistical difference of the studied children's knowledge regarding chelation therapy and their quality of life. Conclusion There was a positive effect of the educational programme in improving children's knowledge score and their quality of life. Application of educational programmes for thalassemic children and their nurses regarding chelation therapy and its importance in preventing thalassemia complications is established.
AuthorsOmayma Abu Samra, Wafaa Auda, Heba Kamhawy, Youssef Al-Tonbary
JournalHematology (Amsterdam, Netherlands) (Hematology) Vol. 20 Issue 5 Pg. 297-303 (Jun 2015) ISSN: 1607-8454 [Electronic] England
PMID25181014 (Publication Type: Journal Article)
Topics
  • Adolescent
  • Age of Onset
  • Chelation Therapy (adverse effects)
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Egypt (epidemiology)
  • Female
  • Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Public Health Surveillance
  • Quality of Life
  • Risk Factors
  • beta-Thalassemia (epidemiology)

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