As the world population ages, an expected increase in the prevalence of chronic kidney
disease (CKD) among older individuals will pose a considerable challenge for health care …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) imposes a significant medication burden on patients due to
the necessity of multiple treatments to slow disease progression, manage coexisting …

Background Maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) is a commonly used renal replacement
therapy for end-stage renal disease patients. MHD patients have undergone multiple …

Introduction Kidney failure negatively affects opportunities for work participation. Little is
known about work functioning of employed CKD patients. This study investigates work …

Abstract The prevalence of End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) has been rising over time and
substantially affects morbidity and mortality. ESRD requires lifelong treatment, and as a …

Background Limited quantitative data suggests that patients who have chronic kidney
disease without kidney replacement therapy (CKD without KRT) may present with …

The number of patients≥ 65 years of age suffering from advanced chronic kidney disease
and transitioning to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) is increasing. However, elderly …

Background Being informed about treatment options for kidney failure and included in the
related decision‐making process can facilitate a smooth transition. Among patients with …

Rationale & Objective Patients with kidney failure who have used multiple treatment
modalities are a unique source of information for how different options may best fit their …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the dependency on dialysis is an abrupt life-changing
event that harms a patient's life (eg, social relationships, work, and well-being). This study …