Exploration of the pattern, clinical presentation and outcome of children with renal diseases: A 14-year retrospective study at a teaching hospital in Ghana.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Paediatric nephropathy, a condition associated with significant morbidity and mortality, is increasing in developing countries. Data on children with renal diseases are insufficient in Ghana despite the risk it poses. This study assessed the pattern, spectrum, outcome, and predictors of dialysis and death among children with renal disease at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), Ghana.

Materials and methods

A cross-sectional retrospective review was conducted among children aged 0-17 years. Demographic characteristics, clinical and laboratory data, information on dialysis and treatment outcomes were obtained from their medical records and analyzed accordingly using STATA software version 15.1.

Results

A total of 332 children with renal diseases were seen (me

SUBMITTER: Osei GN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12027256 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature