Enabling good outcomes in older adults on dialysis: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Older patients on dialysis may not have optimal outcomes, particularly with regards to quality of life. Existing research is focused mainly on survival, with limited information about other outcomes. Such information can help in shared decision-making around dialysis initiation; it can also be used to improve outcomes in patients established on dialysis. We used qualitative research methods to explore patient perspectives regarding their experience and outcomes with dialysis.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews with participants aged ≥70, receiving dialysis at a regional Australian hospital, were recorded and transcribed. From participants' responses, we identified descriptive themes using a phenomenological approach, with verification by two researchers. Factors a

SUBMITTER: Raj R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6988330 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature