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Renal replacement therapy in Kuwait.

K El-Reshaid1

  • 1Department of Nephrology, Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University, Safat, Kuwait.

Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation : an Official Publication of the Saudi Center for Organ Transplantation, Saudi Arabia
|October 1, 1994
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Kuwait faces a high incidence of end-stage renal disease (ESRD), with chronic tubulo-interstitial disease as the primary cause. Despite available treatments like dialysis and transplantation, a limited donor pool hinders progress in kidney disease management.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Public Health
  • Transplantation Medicine

Background:

  • End-stage renal disease (ESRD) presents a significant public health challenge globally.
  • Understanding the epidemiology and management of ESRD is crucial for resource allocation and patient care.
  • Kuwait has established comprehensive renal replacement therapy services, including dialysis and transplantation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report the incidence and causes of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in Kuwait.
  • To describe the current treatment modalities and patient demographics for ESRD in Kuwait.
  • To evaluate the status and challenges of renal transplantation in Kuwait.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of patient data for ESRD incidence and causes.
  • Review of dialysis patient numbers and modalities (hemodialysis, hemofiltration, peritoneal dialysis).
  • Analysis of renal transplantation data, including donor types and outcomes, from 1979 to March 1990.

Main Results:

  • The incidence of ESRD in Kuwait is 72 patients per million population per year.
  • Chronic tubulo-interstitial disease secondary to atrophic pyelonephritis is the leading cause of ESRD.
  • 500 renal transplantations were performed, with a majority from live related donors; however, a limited donor pool and issues with imported/commercial transplants persist.

Conclusions:

  • Kuwait offers free and comprehensive dialysis services, but ESRD remains a significant concern.
  • The limited availability of local kidney donors is a major obstacle to successful renal transplantation.
  • Despite supportive infrastructure, slow progress in local organ procurement requires further attention and innovative strategies.