Exploring Mortality and Associated Risks Among Assisted Home Hemodialysis Patients in Qatar.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Home hemodialysis (HD) is a well-established modality that promotes patient independence but poses significant challenges, particularly in regions like the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Assisted home HD has gained momentum in the GCC over the past few years. Qatar's assisted home HD program has expanded substantially in the past 2 years. This study examines the demographics, mortality rates, and associated risk factors within Qatar's assisted home HD patient population.

Methods

This was a retrospective cohort study to review national data for all assisted home HD patients in Qatar between July 2021 and December 2023. Patients had to be > 60 years old and have limited mobility to be eligible for the assisted home HD program and included in the study.

SUBMITTER: Hamad AI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12531942 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature