Assessment of physical and psychosocial status of children with ESRD under regular hemodialysis, a single centre experience

Conclusion Common adverse effects of ESRD and hemodialysis in our center are inadequate nutritional status, abnormal sleep patterns, decreased physical activity, low school achievement, and psychosocial deterioration. Recommendations Great efforts on the part of parents, pediatric nephrologists, nurses, psychologist, and school teachers are needed to improve the physical and psychosocial health of dialysis patients and thereby improve their quality of life.
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research