People's perceptions on forms of renal replacement therapy. V1.0
Research type
Research Study
Full title
An exploration of people’s perceptions of undergoing treatment for advanced chronic kidney disease: a comparison between different treatment modalities
IRAS ID
264200
Contact name
Zoe Saynor
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Portsmouth
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 0 months, 1 days
Research summary
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) causes symptoms and the potential loss of independence. These effects are increased when the disease progresses to End-stage renal disease (ESRD). This is when external intervention (i.e. dialysis) is needed to keep these individuals alive. The combined effect of ESRD and its treatment can have a significant impact on an individuals life, which can cause reduced social and employment time and increase anxiety and stress. ESRD can be treated in several ways including, transplantation, haemodialysis (HD), peritoneal dialysis (PD) and home haemodialysis (HHD).
The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact that CKD and ESRD have on an individuals life. Specifically, this study is focused on giving an insight into the impact that this disease has on the psychological and social health of these individuals and the impact of different forms of renal replacement therapy upon these individuals.
REC name
South Central - Berkshire Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
19/SC/0302
Date of REC Opinion
23 Jul 2019
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion