Comparing the effect of peritoneal dialysis cycler type on patient-reported satisfaction, support needs and treatments.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Most patients on peritoneal dialysis (PD) in the United States choose automated PD via cyclers. Cyclers have evolved considerably over time with older versions (e.g. HomeChoice Pro) replaced by more sophisticated and technologically advanced versions (e.g. Amia). Understanding the effect that different cyclers and their features have on patient treatments and support needs is important.  METHODS: Single center study with retrospective and prospective arms. Retrospective arm: Patients > 18 years old, on Amia or HomeChoice Pro (HC) for ≥ 3 months between 8/1/17 and 1/31/18. Number of office/telephone encounters, PD-related emergency room visits/hospitalizations, PD training days, and dialysis adequacy (Kt/V) were recorded. Prospective arm: Patients > 18 years old, on Amia

SUBMITTER: El Shamy O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9209826 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature