Health-related quality of life and associated factors Among 5–17 years old children with epilepsy at jimma University medical center, Ethiopia: as perceived by the Patients and parents/caregivers, 2026g.c

Abstract

Epilepsy is one of the most common chronic neurological conditions in children and is associated with an increased risk of poor health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Children with epilepsy experience difficulties across multiple domains of functioning, including emotional and behavioral well-being, social competence, academic achievement, and family life, with impacts that may extend into adulthood. Effective management of epilepsy therefore requires recognition of its broad effects on all aspects of life