Table 4. Baseline and 6- and 12-month CareQol dimension scores for the quality of life of caregivers (closest relative to the patient) (N=55).
CareQoL dimensions | Baseline score | Six months | 12 months |
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N=55 Mean (min-max) | N=55 Mean (min-max) | N=55 Mean (min-max) | |
Physical burden/Global health | 20 (20-52) | 20 (20-60) | 20 (20-52.5) |
Social impact | 20 (20-68) | 21 (20-80) | 20 (20-55) |
Emotional impact | 50 (20-86) | 48 (20-90) | 46.6 (20-86) |
Need for help | 26 (20-60) | 20 (23-73) | 20 (20-73.3) |
Emotional reactions | 20 (20-90) | 20 (20-70) | 30 (20-60) |