Table 5 QLQ profile of breast cancer patients based on QLQ-BR-23
Variables | Mean ± SEM | Poor QOL N (%) | Good QOL N (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Functional scales | |||
Body image | 47.7 ± 2.7 | 109 (54.5%) | 91 (45.5%) |
Future perspective | 74.7 ± 2.5 | 51 (25.5%) | 149 (74.5%) |
Symptom scales | |||
Systemic therapy side effects | 34.9 ± 1.8 | 53 (26.5%) | 147 (73.5%) |
Breast symptoms | 26.7 ± 1.5 | 26 (13.0%) | 174 (87.0%) |
Arm symptoms | 29.3 ± 1.8 | 47 (23.5%) | 153 (76.5%) |
Upset by hair loss (n = 118) | 62.1 ± 3.3 | 81 (68.6%) | 37 (31.4%) |