Understanding the holistic experiences of living with a kidney transplant: an interpretative phenomenological study (protocol).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Currently very little is known about the perceptions and experiences of kidney transplant recipients from a qualitative perspective. As highlighted by the European Kidney Health Alliance recommendations, providing holistic care to kidney patients is important however this is currently an unmet care need in renal disease. It is imperative to understand patient experiences to ensure that they are included in key strategies and future renal service planning. Ignoring these important patient views means that there is a significant risk of inappropriate renal service provision and lack of adequate support impacting on overall health.

Method

A purposive sampling strategy will recruit individuals currently living with a kidney transplant, 6 months to 5 years post-transpl

SUBMITTER: McKeaveney C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7289222 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature