'I feel stronger and younger all the time--perspectives of elderly kidney transplant recipients: thematic synthesis of qualitative research

Conclusions Kidney transplantation was perceived to slow and even reverse the experience of aging among elderly recipients, especially compared with dialysis. However, some were frustrated over persistent limitations after transplant, struggled with the burden of medication side effects and worried about a possible return to dialysis if the transplant failed. Clarifying patient expectations of transplantation, providing support to alleviate the debilitating impacts of immunosuppression and addressing fears about deteriorating health and graft failure may improve satisfaction and outcomes in elderly kidney transplant recipients.
Source: Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: Renal Transplantation Source Type: research