Table 8.
Analysis of HRQOL in CKD and Dialysis patients at Month 6.
| Variable | Total (156) | CKD (81) | Dialysis (75) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Mean ± S.D) | ||||
| KDQOL-36 global score | 2322.9±290.6 | 2548.0±178.0 | 2079±166.4 | <0.001 |
| Five domains of KDQOL-36™ instrument score | ||||
| PCS | 44.5±9.8 | 49.6±6.9 | 38.7±9.2 | .004 |
| MCS | 52.6±8.0 | 51.1±8.8 | 54.3±6.7 | .003 |
| Symptoms/problem | 79.0±9.6 | 85.6±5.9 | 71.9±7.6 | <0.001 |
| Effects of kidney disease | 68.8±17.5 | 82.3±9.1 | 54.2±11.7 | .010 |
| Burden of kidney disease | 45.1±24.5 | 65.0±13.8 | 23.5±12.1 | <0.001 |
P<0.05 was considered statistically significant. PCS; physical component summary, MCS; mental component summary