Simultaneous pancreas and kidney transplantation: A qualitative study of partners' experiences.

ABSTRACT: Chronic health conditions often affect the lives of family members as well as the patient themselves. The current study aimed to explore the experiences of partners of individuals with diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD) who received a simultaneous pancreas and kidney transplant (SPKT) to understand the wider impact of SPKTs. Eight partners of recipients of SPKT were interviewed about their experiences before and after the transplant. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed thematically. Participants described how they navigated life with an unwell partner; sub-themes included a) living with pervasive worry, b) the challenge of enhanced responsibilities, and c) the buffering effect of social support. Diabetes complications, such as the experience of severe hypoglycaemia, pa

SUBMITTER: Hann KEJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11573160 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature