THE IMPACT OF SURGERY ON QUALITY OF LIFE IN CHILDREN: EVALUATING HOW SURGICAL INTERVENTIONS CAN IMPROVE LONG-TERM OUTCOMES AND OVERALL WELL-BEING.
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Key words: pediatric surgery, quality of life, long-term results, surgical intervention, rehabilitation, pediatrics, PedsQLTM, psycho-emotional well-being, recovery, children's health.Abstract
This article examines contemporary perspectives on the impact of surgical interventions on children's quality of life. A systematic review of studies devoted to various types of surgical operations on patients aged 0 to 18 years was conducted. Life quality assessment was carried out using validated scales such as PedsQLTM and CHQ. The results show that surgical treatment significantly improves children's physical condition, psycho-emotional well-being, and social adaptation. It was noted that the level of general quality of life increases by 15-30% depending on the type of intervention. The article emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach that includes not only surgical treatment but also psychosocial rehabilitation to achieve sustainable positive outcomes.
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