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Mohamed Sekkarie1, Lina Murad2, Akram Al-Makki3
1Nephrology and Hypertension Associates, Bluefield, WV; The Syrian National Kidney Foundation, Bloomfield Hills, MI; Address reprint requests to Mohamed Sekkarie, MD, MPH, Nephrology and Hypertension Associates, PLLC, 188 Brookwood Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22902..
Abstract:
Violent and protracted conflicts are disastrous to civilian populations and their health care systems. The complex requirements of caring for end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) dialysis patients in such contexts pose unique challenges. Dialysis is procedurally complex and resource-intensive. Delivering ESKD care in man-made conflict settings presents added challenges beyond what is required in natural disasters and resource-limited situations. In this article, we review the medical literature on, and document experience with, managing dialysis ESKD patients in conflict zones. We discuss the impact of war on patient outcomes, dialysis system infrastructure, operational funding, and risks to providers and organizations. This article provides recommendations to health care providers, educators, and policymakers on how to mitigate associated challenges.
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