Observational study identifies gait speed as a significant mortality risk factor in hemodialysis patients, suggesting better clinical decisions.
Gait speed presented excellent accuracy in mortality risk identification, and low mobility was a significant risk factor for death in individuals undergoing hemodialysis. These findings highlight that gait speed assessment, a simple, quick, and low-cost measure, can be implemented in dialysis centers for risk stratification, supporting more targeted clinical decisions and therapeutic approaches. Furthermore, they underscore the importance of functional assessment in this setting.
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