Table 4.
Comparison of mean percent of changes in quality of life items in patients aged more than 65 years and younger patients
| SF-36 subscale | < 65 years (n = 64) | ≥ 65 years (n = 36) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean ± SD | Mean ± SD | ||
| Physicalfunction | 20.78 ± 27.6 | 17.87 ± 24.2 | 0.790 |
| Physicallimitation | 41.66 ± 34.5 | -2.60 ± 34.0 | 0.080 |
| Emotionallimitation | 16.32 ± 34.1 | -9.62 ± 33.7 | 0.210 |
| Vitality | 25.78 ± 26.4 | 10.31 ± 28.9 | 0.200 |
| Mental health | 25.32 ± 21.8 | -1.52 ± 18.2 | 0.020 |
| Social function | 21.31 ± 24.1 | -7.43 ± 44.5 | 0.002 |
| Body pain | 21.06 ± 65.0 | 14.17 ± 44.2 | 0.530 |
| General health | 17.18 ± 18.4 | 15.24 ± 21.6 | 0.840 |