Perspectives on decision making amongst older people with end-stage renal disease and caregivers in Singapore: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is increasing both globally and in Asia. Singapore has the fifth highest incidence of ESRD worldwide, a trend that is predicted to rise. Older patients with ESRD are faced with a choice of haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis or conservative management, all of which have their risks and benefits.

Objective

This study seeks to explore perspectives on decision making amongst older (≥70) Singaporean ESRD patients and their caregivers to undergo (or not to undergo) dialysis.

Design

Qualitative study design using semi-structured interviews.

Setting and participants

Twenty-three participants were recruited from the largest tertiary hospital in Singapore: seven peritoneal dialysis patients, five haemodialysis patients, four pati

SUBMITTER: Han E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6803400 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature