Assess the Burden of Caregivers of Cancer Patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan
Burden of Caregivers of Cancer Patients
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Burden of Caregivers, Cancer Patients, Caregiver’s Quality of LifeAbstract
The burden faced by caregivers of cancer patients is a critical aspect of healthcare, influencing both the well-being of the caregivers and the quality of patient care. Objective: To assess caregivers' burden of cancer patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan. Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted at Zareen Cancer and Research Centre (ZCRC) at Dr. Ziauddin Hospital Karachi, Pakistan. The target population for this study was adult informal family caregivers who were actively taking care of histologically diagnosed cancer patients receiving treatment. Moreover, a 22-item standardized validated Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI) questionnaire was used to collect data. Results: The study findings revealed that 18% of caregivers feel okay or have No to Mild Burden. The largest group 64%, is Mild to Moderate Burden. Around the same, 18%, Moderate to Severe Burden. Conclusions: Based on the findings, 64% face moderate burdens, with an additional 18% enduring higher, moderate to severe burdens. This reveals widespread challenges and stress among caregivers, emphasizing the need for enhanced support and resources to ease their strain and improve their well-being.
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