The Relationship Between Anemia and Quality of Life in Hemodialysis Patients at Moh Ridwan Meuraksa Level II Hospital

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition of permanent decline in kidney function, so that most patients require hemodialysis therapy. Hemodialysis can affect the physical, psychological, and social aspects of patients, which impacts the quality of life. One of the impacts / effects of chronic kidney failure undergoing hemodialysis is anemia. Untreated anemia can worsen physical conditions, reduce quality of life, and even increase the risk of premature death. Methods: The study used a quantitative cross-sectional approach. The sample was conducted using purposive sampling with calculations using the Slovin formula which obtained a total of 69 respondents. Anemia status was measured based on hemoglobin levels in the last 1 month, while quality of life was measured using the WHOQOL-BREF. Results: The results of the study showed that respondents who experienced anemia (Hb