August 11, 2025BMC NephrologyOpen Access

Household wealth and its association with non-adherence, quality of life, anxiety and depression amongst hemodialysis patients in two centers in Cameroon

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Higher non-adherence rates were observed among poorer hemodialysis patients, with 42% non-adherence compared to 25% in wealthier counterparts.
Poverty increased the risk of non-adherence by 4.3 times, indicating a strong link between socioeconomic status and patient behavior.
The study used the World Bank's household wealth index to evaluate socioeconomic status across participants in Cameroon.
Results highlight the unique relationship between poverty and mental health, showing decreased depression rates among poorer patients.

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Cross-sectional study finds higher non-adherence linked to poverty among hemodialysis patients, suggesting significant mental health implications.

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Cross-sectional study finds higher non-adherence linked to poverty among hemodialysis patients, suggesting significant mental health implications.