Feasibility and Acceptability of a Co-Designed Self-Management Programme for People Living With Kidney Failure.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Effective self-management is critical in chronic kidney disease, yet many patients report low confidence and engagement in healthcare. Co-designed self-management programmes may strengthen uptake and sustainability, but few have been tested in kidney failure not yet on dialysis populations. This study evaluated the feasibility and acceptability of a self-management programme designed by and for people with chronic kidney disease.

Methods

We conducted a single-arm, pre-post feasibility study in adults with kidney failure (eGFR ≤ 15 mL/min/1.73 m²) not yet on dialysis at an Australian nephrology unit. Patients attending the clinic were invited to participate in a 12-week nurse-led self-management programme, co-designed in partnership with people with kidney disease.

SUBMITTER: Lunardi LE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12908431 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature