Disability and Depression Among Stroke Survivors in Bangladesh
Author Information
Author(s): Islam Mohammad Jahirul, Ahmed Sohel, Kamrul Islam Khandaker, Tina Progya Laboni, Nath Ayon Deb, Biswas Nipa, Islam Md Shafiqul, Dey Shikder Bikash Juty, Al Mamun Muhammed Abdullah, Yasmin Nasima, Chakraborty Shishir Ranjan
Primary Institution: Bangladesh University of Health Sciences
Hypothesis
This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and predictors of depression among Bangladeshi stroke victims.
Conclusion
More than half of the participants reported moderate to extreme levels of depression, highlighting a serious health issue among Bangladeshi stroke survivors.
Supporting Evidence
- 80.8% of individuals had moderate to severe disability.
- 58.1% of participants experienced moderate to severe depression.
- Participants who did not receive rehabilitation services had two times greater odds of being depressed.
- Individuals with low functional status had eleven times greater levels of depression.
Takeaway
Many people who have had a stroke in Bangladesh feel very sad, and understanding why can help doctors treat them better.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted with 725 stroke victims receiving care at three hospitals, using questionnaires to measure depression and disability.
Potential Biases
Potential biases due to self-reported data and the exclusion of non-communicative patients.
Limitations
The study used a nonrandom convenience sampling technique, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 66.2% males, 61.2% aged ≤60 years, and 79.3% living in rural areas.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.003
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.61–24.76
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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