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Galen E Switzer1,2,3,4, Chethan M Puttarajappa5,6, Sandra L Kane-Gill7
1Department of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Kidney360
|May 18, 2022
Summary
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) survivors report significant physical, emotional, and social impacts. Younger adults (22-65) experienced greater effects on work and family life following AKI.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Public Health
- Patient Outcomes
Background:
- Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) research in Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is limited in scope and assessment domains.
- Understanding the full spectrum of HRQoL impacts on AKI survivors is crucial for comprehensive care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the range of HRQoL experiences among AKI survivors.
- To examine potential differences in AKI's effects on HRQoL based on sex and age at the time of the AKI episode.
Main Methods:
- An anonymous online survey was administered to 124 adult AKI survivors.
- The survey assessed sociodemographic characteristics, physical, emotional, and social effects of AKI, and patient-provider communication.
- Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected.
Main Results:
- 84% of AKI survivors found their episode very/extremely impactful on physical/emotional health.
- Concerns about work (57%) and family (67%) impacts were common.
- Individuals aged 22-65 reported significantly higher overall impact, and greater impact on family and work, compared to younger or older individuals.
Conclusions:
- This study provides critical insights into the diverse HRQoL consequences of AKI.
- Healthcare professionals should enhance patient communication regarding AKI and follow-up care.
- Future research should utilize more comprehensive HRQoL measures.
Keywords:
Patient Reported Outcome Measuresacute kidney injuryacute kidney injury and ICU nephrologykidney diseasequality of lifeMore Related Videos
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