Resumen:
Introduction: Improving the quality of life in PWH is a reality due to new treatments Coping strategies used by PWH to his illness, and therefore for its adaptation, could be a determining factor on improving their quality of life.
Aim: We assess the coping strategies used by PWH adults and their relationship with their perception of quality of life.
Methods: Cross‐sectional study. The sample was 63 PWH of 16–62 years. The average age 36.73 (SD: 15.20). 57% have severe hemophilia A, 35% on prophylaxis, and 71% practice self‐treatment. Only 13% have inhibitor, 64% without hemartrosis in the last year and 56% have arthropathy. 18% are HIV‐HCV coinfected. 32% have university studies, 54% are working and 57% are single. Clinical data sheet, quality of life questionnaire (SF–36) and Inventory coping strategies (CSI).
Results: PWH without hemarthrosis, arthropathy, co‐infected, singles and younger have better quality of life, especially in the physical aspects and pain (P < 0.01). PWH married, who are working and without hemarthrosis used as coping Resolution of problems, Cognitive restructuring, Social support and Emotional expression (P < 0.05). Patients with more days of treatment employing...