Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, accounting for 17.9 million deaths annually, representing 32% of all global deaths (WHO, 2021). Among these, myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, significantly impacts patients' health and quality of life (QoL). In India, the prevalence of coronary artery disease (CAD), the primary cause of MI, has surged dramatically in recent decades, with rates increasing from 2% in urban areas in the 1960s to over 14% in the 2020s. According to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study, cardiovascular disease cases in India increased from 2.57 crore in 1990 to 5.45 crore in 2016.

Objective:

1.       To assess the Quality of life with Myocardial infarction patient attending cardiac department at Dr. V.V.P. P.R.H. Loni (BK)

2.       To find out the association between Quality of life with selected demographic variables.

Methodology: The research methodology adopted for this study was rooted in a quantitative research approach, aiming to collect numerical data and analyze it statistically to assess the variables under investigation. A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed, allowing the researcher to capture a snapshot of the status of the study variables among the target group. The study was conducted in the Cardiac Department of Dr. V.V.P. P.R.H., Loni (BK), which served as the selected setting due to its high patient influx and accessibility. The population for the study comprised all patients diagnosed with myocardial infarction (MI). Impairments or psychiatric disorders that might hinder the ability to provide reliable responses. A sample size of 50 was selected using a non-probability purposive sampling technique, where participants were chosen based on specific characteristics relevant to the study, ensuring that the sample was rich in the data required to fulfil the research objectives.

Results: The data were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Section I covered the socio-demographic details, revealing that most respondents were male (60%), aged 51–60 years (36%), from middle-income backgrounds, and had secondary-level education (40%). Section II assessed QoL, with the overall mean QoL score being 52.64 (58.49%), indicating a moderate-to-good quality of life. Among all domains, overall satisfaction scored the highest (72.6%), while psychological well-being was the lowest (53%), highlighting the need for psychological support. Clinical characteristics showed that most patients had moderate MI (56%) and common comorbidities like hypertension (64%) and diabetes (60%). In Section III, significant associations were found between education level and occupation with QoL, while age, gender, and socioeconomic status showed no significant impact. The results underscore the need for holistic care, including education, employment support, and mental health interventions to improve the QoL among MI patients.

Conclusion: The study concludes that quality of life among myocardial infarction patients is moderately good, particularly in the physical and social domains. However, psychological well-being remains an area of concern, requiring urgent attention. The findings emphasize the importance of education and employment in enhancing quality of life, as these factors significantly impact health outcomes.