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Albert A, Richter S, Kalk P, Stieger P, Woitas RP, Braun-Dullaeus RC, Albert C. Analysis of a nurse-provided on-call peritoneal dialysis support in an outpatient reference care centre. BMC Nurs 2024; 23:144. [PMID: 38429782 PMCID: PMC10905825 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-024-01812-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/03/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND To analyse the nature of medical or technical emergency issues of ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients calling a nurse-provided emergency PD support service of a reference centre that is provided all year in the after-hours. METHODS We retrospectively analysed patients' chief complaint, urgency, resolution of and association to current PD treatment and modality directed to an on-call nurse-provided PD support service from 2015-2021 based on routinely collected health data. Calls were systematically categorized being technical/procedural-, medical-, material-related or type of correspondence. Call urgency was categorized to have "immediate consequence", inquiry was eligible for "processing next working day" or whether there was "no need for further action". Call outcomes were classified according to whether patients were able to initiate, resume or finalize their treatments or whether additional interventions were required. Unexpected adverse events such as patients' acute hospitalization or need for nurses' home visits were evaluated and quantified. RESULTS In total 753 calls were documented. Most calls were made around 7:30 a.m. (5:00-9:00; median, 25-75th CI) and 6:30 p.m. (5:00-8:15). 645 calls were assigned to continuous ambulatory- (CAPD) or automated PD (APD). Of those, 430 calls (66.7%) had an "immediate consequence". Of those 77% (N = 331) were technical/procedural-, 12.8% (N = 55) medical- and 6.3% (N = 27) material related issues. 4% (N = 17) were categorized as other correspondence. Issues disrupting the course of PD were identified in 413 cases. In 77.5% (N = 320) patients were able to initiate, resume or finalize their treatment after phone consultation. Last-bag exchange was used in 6.1% enabling continued therapy in 83.6%. In 35 cases a nurse visit at patients' home or patients' visit to the practice at the earliest possible date were required, while hospitalization was required in seven medical category cases (5.4% and 1.09% of total assessed calls, respectively). CONCLUSION The on-call PD-nurse provides patient support for acute and imminent issues enabling them to successfully initiate, resume or finalize their prescribed treatment. Nurses triage of acute conditions facilitated rapid diagnostics and therapy. Maintaining quality PD homecare, the provision of trained personnel is indispensable. The information gathered in this study may therefore be used as a foundation to tailor educational programs for nephrology nurses and doctors to further develop their competencies in PD.
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- Annemarie Albert
- Diaverum Renal Services, Am Neuen Garten 11, Potsdam, 14469, Germany
- Department of Nephrology and Endocrinology, Ernst von Bergmann Hospital, Charlottenstraße 72, Potsdam, 14467, Germany
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- Diaverum Renal Services, Am Neuen Garten 11, Potsdam, 14469, Germany
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- Diaverum Renal Services, Am Neuen Garten 11, Potsdam, 14469, Germany
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- University Clinic for Cardiology and Angiology, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, Magdeburg, 39120, Germany
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- University Clinic for Cardiology and Angiology, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, Magdeburg, 39120, Germany
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- Diaverum Renal Services, Am Neuen Garten 11, Potsdam, 14469, Germany.
- University Clinic for Cardiology and Angiology, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, Magdeburg, 39120, Germany.
- Department of Nephrology, Central Clinic Bad Berka, Robert-Koch-Allee 9, Bad Berka, 99438, Germany.
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Main Barriers to the Introduction of a Home Haemodialysis Programme in Poland: A Review of the Challenges for Implementation and Criteria for a Successful Programme. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11144166. [PMID: 35887931 PMCID: PMC9321469 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11144166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2022] [Revised: 07/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Introduction: Home dialysis in Poland is restricted to the peritoneal dialysis (PD) modality, with the majority of dialysis patients treated using in-centre haemodialysis (ICHD). Home haemodialysis (HHD) is an additional home therapy to PD and provides an attractive alternative to ICHD that combines dialysis with social distancing; eliminates transportation needs; and offers clinical, economic, and quality of life benefits. However, HHD is not currently provided in Poland. This review was performed to provide an overview of the main barriers to the introduction of a HHD programme in Poland. Main findings: The main high-level barrier to introducing HHD in Poland is the absence of specific health legislation required for clinician prescribing of HHD. Other barriers to overcome include clear definition of reimbursement, patient training and education (including infrastructure and experienced personnel), organisation of logistics, and management of complications. Partnering with a large care network for HHD represents an alternative option to payers for the provision of a new HHD service. This may reduce some of the barriers which need to be overcome when compared with the creation of a new HHD service and its supporting network due to the pre-existing infrastructure, processes, and staff of a large care network. Conclusions: Provision of HHD is not solely about the provision of home treatment, but also the organisation and definition of a range of support services that are required to deliver the service. HHD should be viewed as an additional, complementary option to existing dialysis modalities which enables choice of modality best suited to a patient’s needs.
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Lavoie-Cardinal M, Nadeau-Fredette AC. Physical Infrastructure and Integrated Governance Structure for Home Hemodialysis. Adv Chronic Kidney Dis 2021; 28:149-156. [PMID: 34717861 DOI: 10.1053/j.ackd.2021.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Revised: 02/11/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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In view of the growing enthusiasm for home dialysis use, new dialysis centers may build or expend their home hemodialysis program in the next few years. This review will discuss the main challenges faced by small and large home hemodialysis programs in terms of physical spaces, human resource, training considerations, and overall governance. We will elaborate on the inclusion of home hemodialysis in the kidney replacement therapy care continuum, with a specific interest for collaboration and transition between peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis programs.
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Szeto CC, Lo WK, Li PK. Clinical practice guidelines for the provision of renal service in Hong Kong: Peritoneal Dialysis. Nephrology (Carlton) 2019; 24 Suppl 1:27-40. [PMID: 30900337 DOI: 10.1111/nep.13505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Cheuk Chun Szeto
- Carol and Richard Yu Peritoneal Dialysis Research Centre, Department of Medicine and TherapeuticsPrince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shatin Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of MedicineTung Wah Hospital Hong Kong SAR, China
- Dialysis CentreGleneagles Hospital Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Carol and Richard Yu Peritoneal Dialysis Research Centre, Department of Medicine and TherapeuticsPrince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shatin Hong Kong SAR, China
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van de Luijtgaarden MW, Jager KJ, Stel VS, Kramer A, Cusumano A, Elliott RF, Geue C, MacLeod AM, Stengel B, Covic A, Caskey FJ. Global differences in dialysis modality mix: the role of patient characteristics, macroeconomics and renal service indicators. Nephrol Dial Transplant 2013; 28:1264-75. [DOI: 10.1093/ndt/gft053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Kazancioglu R. IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF A PERITONEAL DIALYSIS SERVICE: LEARNING FROM EXPERIENCE. J Ren Care 2013; 39 Suppl 1:42-9. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1755-6686.2013.00335.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Rumeyza Kazancioglu
- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology; Bezmialem Vakif University; Istanbul; Turkey
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Tong A, Palmer S, Manns B, Craig JC, Ruospo M, Gargano L, Johnson DW, Hegbrant J, Olsson M, Fishbane S, Strippoli GFM. The beliefs and expectations of patients and caregivers about home haemodialysis: an interview study. BMJ Open 2013; 3:bmjopen-2012-002148. [PMID: 23355670 PMCID: PMC3563121 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2012-002148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To explore the beliefs and expectations of patients and their caregivers about home haemodialysis in Italy where the prevalence of home haemodialysis is low. DESIGN Semistructured, qualitative interview study with purposive sampling and thematic analysis. SETTING Four dialysis centres in Italy without home haemodialysis services (Bari, Marsala, Nissoria and Taranto). PARTICIPANTS 22 patients receiving in-centre haemodialysis and 20 of their identified caregivers. RESULTS We identified seven major themes that were central to patient and caregiver perceptions of home haemodialysis in regions without established services. Three positive themes were: flexibility and freedom (increased autonomy, minimised wasted time, liberation from strict dialysis schedules and gaining self-worth); comfort in familiar surroundings (family presence and support, avoiding the need for dialysis in hospital) and altruistic motivation to do home haemodialysis as an exemplar for other patients and families. Four negative themes were: disrupting sense of normality; family burden (an onerous responsibility, caregiver uncertainty and panic and visually confronting); housing constraints; healthcare by 'professionals' not 'amateurs' (relinquishing security and satisfaction with in-centre services) and isolation from peer support. CONCLUSIONS Patients without direct experience or previous education about home haemodialysis and their caregivers recognise the autonomy of home haemodialysis but are very concerned about the potential burden and personal sacrifice home haemodialysis will impose on caregivers and feel apprehensive about accepting the medical responsibilities of dialysis. To promote acceptance and uptake of home haemodialysis among patients and caregivers who have no experience of home dialysis, effective strategies are needed that provide information about home haemodialysis to patients and their caregivers, assure access to caregiver respite, provide continuous availability of medical and technical advice and facilitate peer patient support.
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- Allison Tong
- Centre for Kidney Research, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Tong A, Palmer S, Manns B, Craig JC, Ruospo M, Gargano L, Johnson DW, Hegbrant J, Olsson M, Fishbane S, Strippoli GFM. Clinician beliefs and attitudes about home haemodialysis: a multinational interview study. BMJ Open 2012; 2:bmjopen-2012-002146. [PMID: 23242245 PMCID: PMC3533066 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2012-002146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To explore clinician beliefs and attitudes about home haemodialysis in global regions where the prevalence of home haemodialysis is low, and to identify barriers to developing home haemodialysis services and possible strategies to increase acceptance and uptake of home haemodialysis. DESIGN Semistructured interviews, thematic analysis. SETTING 15 dialysis centres in Italy, Portugal, France, Germany, Sweden and Argentina. PARTICIPANTS 28 nephrologists and 14 nurses caring for patients receiving in-centre haemodialysis. RESULTS We identified four major themes as being central to clinician beliefs about home haemodialysis in regions without established services: external structural barriers (ready access to dialysis centres, inadequate housing conditions, unstable economic environment); dialysis centre characteristics (availability of alternative treatments, competing service priorities, commercial interests); clinician responsibility and motivation (preserving safety and security, lack of awareness, knowledge and experience, potential to offer lifestyle benefits, professional interest and advancement); and cultural apprehension (an unrelenting imposition, carer burden, attachment to professional healthcare provision, limited awareness). CONCLUSIONS Despite recognising the potential benefits of home haemodialysis, clinicians practicing in Europe and South America felt apprehensive and doubted the feasibility of home haemodialysis programmes. Programmes that provide clinicians with direct experience of home haemodialysis could increase acceptance and motivation for home-based haemodialysis, as might service prioritisation and funding models that favour home haemodialysis.
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- Allison Tong
- The Centre for Kidney Research, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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WISE M, SCHATELL D, KLICKO K, BURDAN A, SHOWERS M. Successful daily home hemodialysis patient-care partner dyads: Benefits outweigh burdens. Hemodial Int 2010; 14:278-88. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1542-4758.2010.00443.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Just PM, de Charro FT, Tschosik EA, Noe LL, Bhattacharyya SK, Riella MC. Reimbursement and economic factors influencing dialysis modality choice around the world. Nephrol Dial Transplant 2008; 23:2365-73. [PMID: 18234844 PMCID: PMC2441769 DOI: 10.1093/ndt/gfm939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 111] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2007] [Accepted: 12/18/2007] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The worldwide incidence of kidney failure is on the rise and treatment is costly; thus, the global burden of illness is growing. Kidney failure patients require either a kidney transplant or dialysis to maintain life. This review focuses on the economics of dialysis. Alternative dialysis modalities are haemodialysis (HD) and peritoneal dialysis (PD). Important economic factors influencing dialysis modality selection include financing, reimbursement and resource availability. In general, where there is little or no facility or physician reimbursement or payment for PD, the share of PD is very low. Regarding resource availability, when centre HD capacity is high, there is an incentive to use that capacity rather than place patients on home dialysis. In certain countries, there is interest in revising the reimbursement structure to favour home-based therapies, including PD and home HD. Modality selection is influenced by employment status, with an association between being employed and PD as the modality choice. Cost drivers differ for PD and HD. PD is driven mainly by variable costs such as solutions and tubing, while HD is driven mainly by fixed costs of facility space and staff. Many cost comparisons of dialysis modalities have been conducted. A key factor to consider in reviewing cost comparisons is the perspective of the analysis because different costs are relevant for different perspectives. In developed countries, HD is generally more expensive than PD to the payer. Additional research is needed in the developing world before conclusive statements may be made regarding the relative costs of HD and PD.
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- Paul M Just
- Baxter Healthcare Corporation, 1620 Waukegan Road, MPGR-A2E, McGaw Park, IL 60085, USA.
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Lavaud S, Yelmo V, Paris B, Flatet S, Canivet E, Grandmaitre G, Tenet M, Rieu P. Information prédialyse Préparation au traitement de suppléance : l’information, du point de vue du médecin et de l’infirmier. Nephrol Ther 2007. [DOI: 10.1016/s1769-7255(07)78750-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Diaz-Buxo JA, Crawford-Bonadio TL. Major Difficulties the US Nephrologist Faces in Providing Adequate Dialysis. Blood Purif 2006; 25:48-52. [PMID: 17170537 DOI: 10.1159/000096397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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AIM To identify the major difficulties nephrologists in the US face in providing adequate dialysis. METHODS To identify the perceived obstacles to achieving adequate dialysis in the US, 30 clinical support specialists responsible for nursing education and training were polled. Their responses together with those found in the recent literature were summarized and analyzed. RESULTS The obstacles identified fell into the following major categories: (1) economic; (2) personnel shortage; (3) education, and (4) cultural. The principal specific difficulties identified in providing adequate dialysis were the provision of sufficient time and frequency of dialysis, adequate volume control and vascular and peritoneal access. CONCLUSIONS The obstacles we currently face are serious but can be conquered through better understanding of the problems and education of professionals, patients and payers. The simple improvement in two specific areas, the creation of more native arteriovenous fistulae and growth of home dialysis, are identified as the highest priorities to overcome these obstacles.
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- Jose A Diaz-Buxo
- Fresenius Medical Care North America, 95 Hayden Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420, USA.
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