Burn injuries are among the most traumatic types of injuries, often resulting in long-term physical, psychological, and social consequences. Understanding the Quality Of Life (QoL) of burn patients is essential for delivering comprehensive care and effective rehabilitation. This study aimed to assess the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of burn patients and to examine the relationship between QoL domains and patients’ demographic, psychological, and clinical characteristics. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 150 burn patients attending several hospitals in Palestine. Data were collected using the World Health Organization Quality of Life Questionnaire (WHOQOL-BREF), which measures four domains: physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and environment. Structured interviews were used for data collection, and statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software. The sample consisted of 65% males and 35% females, with 66% aged between 30 and 49 years. The most affected areas were the lower limbs (88%) and upper limbs (80%), with varying burn depths and TBSA percentages. Patients reported low levels of satisfaction in areas such as happiness, healthcare services, and dietary adherence. Moderate impairments were observed across all QoL domains: physical (mean = 3.20), role (3.05), cognitive (3.18), social (3.35), and emotional (3.45). A statistically significant correlation was found between TBSA and the physical (p = 0.033) and cognitive (p = 0.035) domains. However, age showed no significant correlation with any QoL domain. Burn injuries significantly affect multiple aspects of patients’ quality of life, particularly the physical and emotional domains. The extent of burn injury (TBSA) plays a crucial role in determining the level of impairment. These findings emphasize the need for multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs focusing on physical recovery, psychological support, and social reintegration.
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