An International Survey of Peritoneal Dialysis Exercise Practices and Perceptions.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Low activity levels and poor physical function are associated with technique failure and mortality in people receiving peritoneal dialysis (PD). Adequate levels of physical function are required to maintain independence for people choosing this predominantly home-based therapy. The objective of this study was to identify the exercise-related perceptions and practices of PD clinicians globally.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional survey of PD clinicians from English-, Thai-, Spanish-, and Portuguese-speaking PD-prevalent countries exploring clinicians' perceptions and practices of swimming, activity following PD catheter insertion, lifting, and falls prevention. This study was convened by the International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis and Global Renal Exerci

SUBMITTER: Bennett PN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10334400 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature