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Holistic care and symptom management for pediatric kidney transplant recipients

Taylor R House1, Stephen D Marks2,3, Michael A Freeman4

  • 1Division of Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison, WI, 53792, USA.

Pediatric Nephrology (Berlin, Germany)
|October 18, 2023
PubMed

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Pediatric kidney transplant recipients face new challenges, including symptoms like fatigue and anxiety, impacting their quality of life. Holistic symptom management by transplant teams is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Transplant Medicine
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Kidney transplantation offers significant life improvements for children and young people.
  • Post-transplant life presents new challenges, including symptoms impacting health-related quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight common symptoms experienced by pediatric kidney transplant recipients.
  • To emphasize the need for a holistic, patient-centered approach to symptom management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on symptom prevalence in pediatric kidney transplant patients.
  • Analysis of patient and family perspectives on symptom impact.
  • Discussion of interdisciplinary team's role in assessment and intervention.

Main Results:

  • Common symptoms include fatigue, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, pain, and sleep disturbances.
  • Poor body image and sexual health concerns are also prevalent.
  • Regular assessment and tailored interventions are necessary.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing a wide range of symptoms is vital for pediatric kidney transplant recipients' well-being.
  • A holistic, interdisciplinary approach is essential for effective symptom management.
  • Transplant status significantly influences care needs and symptom presentation.

Keywords:
Health-related quality of lifePediatric Kidney transplant recipientsSide effectsSymptom management

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