Table 2.
Change in QoL among TB/HIV co-infected patients after 6 months of treatment
| QOL domain | Mean (SD) at baseline | Mean (SD) after 6 months | Mean difference (95% CI) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical |
13.3 (4.4) |
17.9 (2.5) |
5.1 (4.2 – 6.0) |
0.000 |
| Psychological |
15.0 (3.2) |
17.9 (1.8) |
3.3 (2.6 – 4.0) |
0.000 |
| Level of independence |
11.7 (3.7) |
17.0 (2.4) |
5.7 (4.9 – 6.6) |
0.000 |
| Social relationships |
12.2 (3.7) |
14.5 (2.5) |
2.6 (1.7 – 3.5) |
0.000 |
| Environmental health |
11.6 (3.1) |
14.2 (2.7) |
2.8 (2.1 – 3.6) |
0.000 |
| Spirituality health | 16.5 (4.0) | 19.0 (1.7) | 3.1 (2.3 – 4.0) | 0.000 |