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The dialysis outcomes and practice patterns study phase 5 in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries: Design and study
Ronald L Pisoni1, Brian A Bieber1, Jamal Al Wakeel2
1Arbor Research Collaborative for Health, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
Summary
The Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (DOPPS) examines hemodialysis (HD) care practices and patient outcomes across 21 countries. The GCC-DOPPS Phase 5 specifically details study methods in six Gulf Cooperation Council nations.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Public Health
- Clinical Research
Background:
- The Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (DOPPS) is a global research initiative investigating hemodialysis (HD) care.
- DOPPS has collected extensive data from over 75,000 HD patients across 21 countries since 1996.
- The study aims to identify HD practices that improve patient quality of life and longevity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the study design and methodology of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-DOPPS Phase 5.
- To detail data collection, management, and governance for the GCC-DOPPS Phase 5 study.
- To provide a foundation for understanding hemodialysis care patterns in the GCC region.
Main Methods:
- Prospective cohort study design involving random selection of HD facilities and patients.
- Data collection focused on hemodialysis practices and patient outcomes within participating facilities.
- Inclusion of 41 HD facilities across six GCC countries: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain.
Main Results:
- The GCC-DOPPS Phase 5 enrolled 41 HD facilities across the six GCC countries.
- Saudi Arabia contributed the largest number of facilities (20), followed by the UAE (9).
- Detailed descriptions of study procedures and management are provided for this phase.
Conclusions:
- The GCC-DOPPS Phase 5 provides a comprehensive overview of hemodialysis care in the region.
- The study methodology ensures representative data collection across diverse HD facilities.
- This detailed description facilitates future research on improving hemodialysis outcomes in the GCC.
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