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[The elderly dialysis patient].

F Koban1, H G Heinrich, H Hornak

  • 1Klinik für Innere Medizin der Medizinischen Akademie, Carl Gustav Carus Dresden.

Zeitschrift Fur Urologie Und Nephrologie
|October 1, 1988
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Dialysis therapy for older patients presents unique challenges and requires careful consideration. Despite lower average life expectancy, some individuals experience significant longevity, highlighting the need for tailored care and rehabilitation planning.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Geriatric Medicine

Context:

  • This study examines the prognosis and challenges of dialysis therapy in older patients.
  • Data were gathered from two smaller dialysis centers, focusing on patients aged 45-54 at the start of treatment.

Purpose:

  • To describe the outcomes and difficulties associated with dialysis in elderly individuals.
  • To assess the life expectancy and adaptation issues in this demographic.
  • To evaluate contraindications and advocate for improved planning and rehabilitation.

Summary:

  • Older dialysis patients have a lower average life expectancy than younger counterparts, though remarkable long-term survival is observed in some cases.
  • Adaptation difficulties and complications necessitate significant attention and individualized care approaches.

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  • No clear contraindications for dialysis in older patients were identified.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the need for greater consideration of older patients in dialysis capacity planning.
    • Emphasizes the importance of tailored rehabilitation strategies for elderly individuals undergoing dialysis.
    • Informs clinical practice and policy regarding geriatric nephrology care.