Post-Donation Evaluation: Emotional Needs for Social Connection and Social Support among Living Kidney Donors-A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Evaluation of post-nephrectomy social health in living kidney donors is essential. This systematic review examines their emotional need for social relatedness post-donation.

Methods

Following the PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched Scopus, CINAHL, and PsycINFO.

Results

Among the screened records, 32 quantitative and 16 qualitative papers met the inclusion criteria. Quantitative research predominantly utilized questionnaires featuring generic items on social functioning. However, a minority delved into emotional and social dimensions, aligning with qualitative studies emphasizing the importance of social connection and perceived social support post-donation. Specifically, post-donation changes in connecting with others encompass a sense of belong

SUBMITTER: Colonnello V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11203999 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature