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Social functioning is crucial for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and their caregivers. This study defines social functioning, discusses its impact, and reviews patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) for CKD care.

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Social functionchronic kidney diseaselonelinesspatient-reported outcomessocial isolation

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Social Science
  • Health Outcomes Research

Background:

  • Social functioning, vital for well-being, is often impaired in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients due to symptoms, treatment burden, and self-management demands.
  • Impaired social functioning in CKD patients negatively impacts quality of life and mental health, affecting relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.
  • Caregivers of CKD patients also experience strain, further limiting social opportunities for both patients and caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define social functioning in the context of CKD.
  • To discuss the multifaceted impacts of social functioning on CKD patients and their informal caregivers.
  • To review existing patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) that assess social functioning and consider future PROM development for CKD.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on social functioning in CKD.
  • Analysis of the impact of CKD symptoms, treatments (including dialysis), and self-management on social well-being.
  • Identification and categorization of current PROMs assessing social functioning in the CKD population.

Main Results:

  • Social functioning is significantly impacted by CKD, leading to diminished social connections and reduced quality of life.
  • Caregiver burden associated with CKD management further exacerbates social limitations for both patients and caregivers.
  • A notable limitation exists in the availability and application of validated PROMs specifically designed to measure social functioning in CKD patients.

Conclusions:

  • Social functioning is a critical, yet underaddressed, aspect of care for individuals with CKD and their support networks.
  • Developing and implementing robust PROMs for social functioning is essential for evaluating interventions and improving holistic care in CKD.
  • Further research and clinical attention to social functioning are needed to enhance the overall well-being of the CKD population.