Dietary Practices and Nutritional Status of Hemodialysis Patients in Meru County

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Descriptive cross-sectional study assesses nutritional status in hemodialysis patients, suggesting dietary counseling could enhance outcomes.

Over a quarter of hemodialysis patients showed poor nutrition status, highlighting a significant health concern.
Mean dietary diversity score was 3.79, with starchy staples consumed by 100% of respondents, indicating unbalanced diets.
Observational analysis across three health facilities in Meru County revealed specific nutrient deficiencies in hemodialysis patients.
Targeted dietary counselling is needed to improve nutritional practices among patients undergoing hemodialysis.

Wanjiku et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Descriptive cross-sectional study assesses nutritional status in hemodialysis patients, suggesting dietary counseling could enhance outcomes.