Efectividad de la medicina herbolaria y su impacto en la calidad de vida desde la percepción de los pobladores de Curgos
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2011
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Universidad Nacional de Trujillo
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El estudio evaluó la efectividad de la medicina herbolaria y su relación con factores sociodemográficos y terapéuticos, así como su impacto en la calidad de vida relacionada con la salud (CVRS) de los pobladores de Curgos. Con una muestra de 217 individuos, se encontró que la curación ocurrió en el 37,31% y el alivio en el 59,50% de los casos. La efectividad estuvo relacionada con el sexo, ocupación, área de residencia, fuente de información, y la frecuencia y duración del tratamiento. La mayoría de los pobladores alcanzó condiciones de salud adecuadas, especialmente en función física, rol emocional y función social. Las dimensiones de la CVRS, salvo la salud general, fueron mayores de 50, destacando la salud mental y vitalidad. Se concluye que la medicina herbolaria es altamente efectiva y mejora la CVRS de los pobladores de Curgos.
Abstract The study evaluated the effectiveness of herbal medicine and its relationship with sociodemographic and therapeutic factors, as well as its impact on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of the inhabitants of Curgos. Using a sample of 217 individuals, it was found that healing occurred in 37.31% and relief in 59.50% of cases. Effectiveness was related to gender, occupation, area of residence, source of information, and the frequency and duration of treatment. Most inhabitants achieved adequate health conditions, especially in physical function, emotional role, and social function. The HRQoL dimensions, except for general health, were above 50, particularly mental health and vitality. It is concluded that herbal medicine is highly effective and improves the HRQoL of the inhabitants of Curgos.
Abstract The study evaluated the effectiveness of herbal medicine and its relationship with sociodemographic and therapeutic factors, as well as its impact on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of the inhabitants of Curgos. Using a sample of 217 individuals, it was found that healing occurred in 37.31% and relief in 59.50% of cases. Effectiveness was related to gender, occupation, area of residence, source of information, and the frequency and duration of treatment. Most inhabitants achieved adequate health conditions, especially in physical function, emotional role, and social function. The HRQoL dimensions, except for general health, were above 50, particularly mental health and vitality. It is concluded that herbal medicine is highly effective and improves the HRQoL of the inhabitants of Curgos.
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Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Facultad de Medicina, Carrera de Medicina Humana. Tesis para optar el grado de Doctor en Salud Pública.
Asesor Dr. José Mostacero León
Asesor Dr. José Mostacero León
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Efectividad del tratamiento, Medicina tradicional, Plantas medicinales, Calidad de vida