Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 7, 2026
06:27
A Retrograde Implantation Approach for Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement in Mice
Published on: July 20, 2022
[Anxiety disorders in dialysis patients]
1Medicinski fakultet Foca. milanov@spinter.net
Medicinski Pregled
|February 13, 2008
Summary
Anxiety is prevalent in all chronic hemodialysis patients, affecting those with Balkan Endemic Nephropathy and other renal conditions. This mental health burden, including depression and cognitive issues, can lead to pre-suicidal risk.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Psychiatry
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Chronic hemodialysis is associated with significant psychological distress.
- Anxiety is a common comorbidity in patients with end-stage renal disease.
- Balkan Endemic Nephropathy (BEN) represents a specific group of patients with renal insufficiency.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and characteristics of anxiety in chronic hemodialysis patients.
- To compare anxiety levels between patients with Balkan Endemic Nephropathy (BEN) and other causes of renal insufficiency (N18).
- To assess the relationship between anxiety, depression, and general mental health status in this population.
Summary:
- A cross-sectional study of 753 hemodialysis patients in Bosnia and Herzegovina revealed significant differences in socio-demographic factors and mental health between BEN and N18 groups.
- Beck Anxiety Inventory and Hamilton Depression Rating Scale scores were significantly higher in the BEN group, indicating greater anxiety and depression.
- Mental health assessments showed somatization, general anxiety, depression, and cognitive impairment in dialysis patients, with structured anxiety and depression correlating with pre-suicidal risk.
Impact:
- Highlights the high prevalence of anxiety and depression in hemodialysis patients.
- Underscores the need for integrated mental health care in nephrology settings.
- Suggests that early identification and management of psychological distress can mitigate risks, including pre-suicidal behavior.
Related Concept Videos
01:25Hemodialysis III: Nursing Management
The nursing management of a patient undergoing hemodialysis includes several critical steps, starting with a thorough assessment before the procedure.Before the Hemodialysis ProcedureFirst, record the patient's vital signs—blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature—to establish a baseline. This baseline is essential for detecting conditions such as hypotension that could impact the patient's response to dialysis. Document the patient's pre-dialysis weight, as this measurement...
01:24Hemodialysis II: Procedure and Complications
DialyzersA hemodialysis (HD) dialyzer is a plastic cartridge containing thousands of parallel hollow fibers, which serve as semipermeable membranes. These fibers are typically made from cellulose-based or other synthetic materials. During HD, blood is pumped into the top of the cartridge and distributed among these fibers. Simultaneously, dialysis fluid, known as dialysate, is introduced into the bottom of the cartridge, bathing the outside of the fibers. Across the semipermeable membrane,...
01:27Dialysis
Renal failure occurs when the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste products from the blood effectively. It can be classified into two types: acute renal failure (ARF) and chronic renal failure (CRF).
Acute kidney injury develops suddenly and can be caused by pre-renal causes (e.g., hypovolemia, shock), intrinsic renal causes (e.g., acute tubular necrosis), or post-renal causes (e.g., urinary obstruction). In contrast, chronic renal failure progresses gradually over time and is often...
Acute kidney injury develops suddenly and can be caused by pre-renal causes (e.g., hypovolemia, shock), intrinsic renal causes (e.g., acute tubular necrosis), or post-renal causes (e.g., urinary obstruction). In contrast, chronic renal failure progresses gradually over time and is often...
01:15Dialysis
Dialysis is a diffusion-based purification process that separates analyte molecules from a complex matrix. This is accomplished by allowing molecules in the solution to pass through a semipermeable membrane into a liquid on the other side. The membrane is usually made of cellulose acetate or cellulose nitrate, and the second liquid must be miscible with the solution. Ions (e.g., chloride or sodium) or organic molecules (e.g., glucose) can pass through the membrane pores, which generally have...
01:25Peritoneal Dialysis III: Nursing Management
Peritoneal dialysis, or PD, utilizes the peritoneal membrane as a filter to eliminate excess fluid and waste products. Effective nursing management is essential for ensuring patient safety, preventing complications, and promoting optimal function of the peritoneal dialysis process.Assessment and MonitoringNurses must thoroughly assess the patient before, during, and after each dialysis session. Regular monitoring includes vital signs, daily weight, fluid intake and output, and laboratory values...
01:18Anxiety: Overview
Anxiety is a common mental disorder featuring excessive worry, fear, and apprehension, significantly affecting daily life. People with anxiety disorders experience persistent and intense anxiety, interrupting their everyday functioning.
Individuals with anxiety often experience a range of physical and emotional symptoms, including sweating, trembling, tachycardia, and disturbances in sleep patterns. These symptoms vary in intensity and frequency but are generally disruptive and distressing.
Individuals with anxiety often experience a range of physical and emotional symptoms, including sweating, trembling, tachycardia, and disturbances in sleep patterns. These symptoms vary in intensity and frequency but are generally disruptive and distressing.