ISABEL VILLANUEVA ALAMEDA

Mrs. ISABEL VILLANUEVA ALAMEDA


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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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22 April 2025 in Pediatric Reports
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XSXosé Ramón García Soto
Xosé Ramón García Soto
IAISABEL VILLANUEVA ALAMEDA
ISABEL VILLANUEVA ALAMEDA
Jessica Fernández-SolanaJessica Fernández-Solana
Jessica Fernández-Solana
Jerónimo González-BernalJerónimo González-Bernal
Jerónimo González-Bernal
AJArancha Bernal Jiménez
Arancha Bernal Jiménez
RVRodrigo Vélez-Santamaría
Rodrigo Vélez-Santamaría
Background/Objectives: This study analyzes the impact of PFAPA syndrome (periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and adenitis) on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and the psychological functioning of children and adolescents aged 2 to 1 years. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted with 62 participants (31 males and 31 females) diagnosed with PFAPA. The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) and the Family Impact Module scale of Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) were used to assess psychological functioning and HRQoL, respectively. Results: Participants exhibited predominantly low HRQoL, particularly in physical health and emotional functioning. School functioning was also affected. However, social functioning and family relationships showed more favorable scores. A positive correlation was observed between age and emotional symptoms. Family concern was the most significantly impacted aspect. Conclusions: PFAPA syndrome has a significant impact on the HRQoL of affected children and adolescents, particularly in physical and emotional aspects. A holistic approach is necessary for disease management, considering not only physical symptoms but also psychosocial and academic factors, as well as the impact on the family.