Socioprofessional Impact of Sickle Cell Disease among Workers with Sickle Cell Disease Monitored at Saint Camille Hospital in Ouagadougou in 2023

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Résumé

Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic condition highly prevalent
among the Black population, with serious consequences for the daily lives of
those affected. Objective: To study the impact of SCD on the professional and
social experiences of workers with SCD monitored at Saint Camille Hospital
in Ouagadougou in 2023. Materials and Methods: This was a descriptive
cross-sectional study with data collection through questionnaires administered
to adult workers with sickle cell disease who were regularly followed up
on the active roster at Saint Camille Hospital in Ouagadougou. Results: We
conducted interviews with 146 workers with SCD. Females were the most represented,
accounting for 54.42%. The most commonly observed level of education
was secondary education. The public sector was the most represented
employment sector, with 33.82%. Vaso-occlusive crises were the most frequent
recurrent clinical manifestation, at 27.97%, and chronic complications accounted
for 21.97% of cases. Workers with sickle cell disease were absent from
work an average of 3.75 days ± 3.63 days during crises. Eighty-four point
thirty-five percent (84.35%) received emotional support from friends and extended
family, while 38.69% did not participate in social association activities.
Conclusion: Sickle cell disease influences the social and professional lives of
workers. The establishment of a health policy within public and private companies,
combined with proper management of the condition, would ensure the
full well-being of these individuals.

Mots-clés

Sickle Cell Disease, Socioprofessional Impact, Ouagadougou, Workers