Quality of life among patients using long-term oxygen therapy for chronic respiratory failure: A prospective observational study

Background: India has a significant burden of chronic respiratory diseases, many of which require long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) for respiratory failure. Previous studies have shown poor compliance with LTOT, but data on quality of life (QOL) in patients receiving LTOT is limited. Methodology: This was a prospective observational study conducted at a tertiary care center. 56 patients with chronic respiratory failure who were prescribed LTOT …