Key result
Staff valued continuity of care between dialysis modalities but noted it was often lacking, highlighting the need for timely psychosocial support, improved communication, and better access to services.
Why the study?
Transitions from peritoneal dialysis to in-centre haemodialysis are poorly coordinated and may increase morbidity and mortality, but staff perspectives on this process have not been studied.
Design
Multi-site qualitative study using focus groups and interviews
Authors
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Staff perspectives on PD-to-HD transitions are hypothesis-generating; prospective studies needed before changing practice.
Continuity of care and timely access to support services are valued by renal staff for patients transitioning from peritoneal to in-centre haemodialysis, but systemic barriers often prevent their implementation.
Jones et al. (2021) studied Kidney care staff working with patients on dialysis (n=61). Staff perspectives on patient transition from peritoneal dialysis to haemodialysis was evaluated. Staff valued continuity of care between dialysis modalities but noted it was often lacking, highlighting the need for timely psychosocial support, improved communication, and better access to services.
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