Quality of life among hemodialysis patients in a referral center in Kathmandu: A mixed method study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects about 10% of people worldwide, with rising cases in Nepal. Late diagnosis and limited healthcare access worsen patients' quality of life (QoL), causing physical symptoms and emotional distress. Financial strain and travel difficulties further burden Nepalese patients on dialysis. While medical treatments address physical issues, mental and social well-being remain overlooked. This mixed-method study explores factors affecting QoL and patients lived experiences, aiming to improve patient-centered care in Nepal.

Methods

This convergent parallel mixed-method study was conducted at the National Kidney Center in Kathmandu, Nepal, involving adult hemodialysis patients. A quantitative survey of 260 participants was conducted, and 15

SUBMITTER: Gurung S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12582446 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature