What matters most to sepsis survivors: a qualitative analysis to identify specific health-related quality of life domains.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

It is unknown how sepsis survivors conceptualize health-related quality of life (HRQL). We aimed to identify important HRQL domains for this population.

Methods

A literature search was performed to inform an interview guide. Open-ended interviews were held with 15 purposefully sampled sepsis survivors. Interview transcripts were analyzed by interpretative phenomenological analysis to allow themes to develop organically. Resulting codes were reviewed by an independent expert. The preliminary list of domains was rated in a two-round Delphi consensus procedure with therapists and survivors.

Results

Eleven domains emerged as critically important: Psychological impairment, Fatigue, Physical impairment, Coping with daily life, Return to normal living, Ability to wal

SUBMITTER: Konig C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6414230 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature