ASSESSMENT OF THE QUALİTY OF LİFE OF EMPLOYED PATİENTS ON HEMODİALYSİS

Background. Employment plays a crucial role in the quality of life of patients with end-stage chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis, offering psychological, social, and economic benefits. This study examines the impact of employment on the quality of life in end-stage chronic kidney disease patients.Objective.To evaluate the influence of employment on the quality of life in patients with end-stage chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis, with a focus on physical, psychological, and social well-being. Materials and methods. This cross-sectional study assessed patients with endstage chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis. Data were collected via a structured questionnaire, including demographic, clinical, and employment information. Quality of life was measured using the synthesized SF-36. Results. Out of 60 patients (mean age 58 years), 20 had high physical functioning (above 45 points), and 31 had good mental health. Only 10 patients showed high scores in both categories. Correlation analysis revealed a weak negative correlation between age and mental health (r = -0.10). The results support the positive impact of employment and social activity on the quality of life of patients with end-stage kidney disease. Conclusion. This study demonstrates that employment positively affects the quality of life in patients with end-stage chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis. Employed patients reported higher physical and mental health scores, highlighting the potential benefits of social engagement and employment in this population. Further research with a larger sample size and inclusion of comparison groups is needed to explore the full impact of social activity on the well-being of these patients