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[Depression To The Chronic Hemodialysis Of the University Hospital OF Point G (Bamako-Mali)]

N Coulibaly1, S P Coulibaly2, M Coulibaly1

  • 1Service de néphrologie et d'hémodialyse du Centre Hospitalier Universitaire du Point G.

Le Mali Medical
|August 7, 2018
PubMed

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Depression is highly prevalent in chronic hemodialysis patients, affecting 88% of those studied. This high rate underscores the need for mental health support in this population.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Chronic hemodialysis is a life-sustaining treatment for end-stage renal disease.
  • Patients undergoing hemodialysis often experience significant psychological distress.
  • Mental health comorbidities can negatively impact treatment adherence and outcomes in dialysis patients.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of depression among patients undergoing chronic hemodialysis.
  • To identify sociodemographic, clinical, and biological factors associated with depression in this patient group.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 107 chronic hemodialysis patients (mean age 43.24 ± 14 years) found an 88% prevalence of depression.
  • Depression was mild in 78.5%, moderate in 6.5%, and severe in 3% of patients.
  • Anemia was present in 94 patients, with 76 of them experiencing mild depression.

Impact:

  • The high prevalence of depression highlights a critical unmet need in chronic hemodialysis care.
  • Findings suggest the importance of integrating mental health screening and interventions into routine nephrology care.
  • Further research into associated factors may inform targeted therapeutic strategies to improve the quality of life for dialysis patients.
Abstract

Keywords:
Bamako (Teaching Hospital) Point GBamako CHU Point Gdepressiondépressionhemodialysishémodialyse

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