Health-Related Quality of Life and 6 Min Walk Distance in Patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
oleh: Geetika Verma, Theodore Marras, Noori Chowdhury, Lianne Singer
| Format: | Article |
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| Diterbitkan: | Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01 |
Deskripsi
BACKGROUND: Few studies have investigated the relationship between physiological outcomes and quality of life in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Health-related quality of life (HRQL) data may provide a valuable patient-centred outcome for the evaluation of interventions. Determination of which physiological and functional variables are associated with HRQL may facilitate interpretation of disease progression and impacts of therapy.