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The need for renal replacement therapy in Scotland
1West Glasgow Hospitals NHS Trust, Western Infirmary.
Health Bulletin
|November 1, 1996
Summary
End-stage renal failure affects 80-100 people per million annually in Scotland. Renal replacement therapy needs will increase by 60% over 15 years, requiring expanded dialysis facilities and transplantation efforts.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Public Health
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- End-stage renal failure (ESRF) affects 80-100 individuals per million population annually.
- Current renal replacement therapy (RRT) provision in Scotland meets the existing demand.
- No foreseeable preventative measures for renal disease are expected.
Purpose of the Study:
- To project the future demand for renal replacement therapy in Scotland.
- To identify necessary infrastructure and treatment modality adjustments.
- To guide policy and research for optimal patient outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of current RRT patient numbers and trends.
- Projection of patient population growth over the next 15 years.
- Assessment of required increases in haemodialysis facilities and transplantation rates.
Main Results:
- The number of patients requiring RRT in Scotland is projected to increase by approximately 160% within 15 years.
- The mean age of patients on RRT is expected to rise.
- Increases will be observed in both 'in centre' haemodialysis and renal transplant recipients.
Conclusions:
- Scotland requires a 3-4 fold increase in 'in centre' haemodialysis capacity to meet future demand.
- Establishing additional haemodialysis centers is crucial to minimize patient travel and maintain quality of care.
- Increasing renal transplantation rates is vital, as it offers superior quality of life, necessitating research into long-term graft survival.