One-Year Outcomes and Quality of Life After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Author Information
Author(s): Carlo Bergamini, Etrusca Brogi, Sara Salvigni, Michele Romoli, Giovanni Bini, Alessandra Venditto, Elvis Lafe, Marcello D’Andrea, Luigino Tosatto, Maria Ruggiero, Vanni Agnoletti, Emanuele Russo
Primary Institution: Bufalini Hospital, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale (AUSL) Della Romagna, Cesena, Italy
Hypothesis
What is the long-term outcome and quality of life for patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage admitted to the ICU?
Conclusion
Patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage admitted to the ICU have varied long-term outcomes and quality of life, with some achieving favorable results.
Supporting Evidence
- Twenty-four patients (63.2%) had a favorable outcome (GOSE ≥ 4).
- Among 29 patients (76.3%) who survived at 1 year, median EQ-5D Index was 0.743.
- Median EQ-5D Index and median EQ-VAS were higher among patients with favorable outcomes.
Takeaway
This study looked at how patients who had bleeding in their brain did after a year in the hospital. Some got better, but others had a tough time.
Methodology
A single-center, observational, retrospective cohort study analyzing clinical records of patients with non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage admitted to the ICU.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the retrospective nature of the study and reliance on caregiver reports for quality of life assessments.
Limitations
The study has a small sample size and is limited to a single center, which may affect the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
The cohort consisted of 38 patients, with a median age of 56 years, and 63.2% were female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=0.037 for EQ-5D Index, p=0.003 for EQ-VAS
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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