Physical Activity and Fatigue in Caregivers Before and After Liver Transplantation

Caregivers of liver transplant recipients often experience substantial physical and psychological demands during the transplantation process. These responsibilities may influence caregivers' fatigue levels, caregiving burden, and physical activity patterns. Understanding these changes is important for protecting caregivers' health and supporting the long-term care process. The aim of this study was to examine changes in fatigue severity, caregiver burden, and physical activity levels among caregivers of liver transplant recipients before and after liver transplantation. A total of 119 caregivers participated in the study. Assessments were conducted at three time points: during the pre-transplant hospital phase, at 90 days after transplantation, and at 180 days after transplantation. Fatigue severity was measured using the Fatigue Severity Scale, caregiver burden was assessed using the Zarit Burden Interview, and physical activity levels were evaluated using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form. The findings of this study aim to provide insight into the changes experienced by caregivers during the transplantation process and to contribute to the development of strategies that support caregiver well-being.

NCT Number	NCT07468812
Lead Sponsor	Hasan Kalyoncu University
Conditions	Liver Transplantation
Enrollment	119 participants
Start Date	2024-12-01
Primary Completion	2025-12-25 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-02-03 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-03-18