Journal Watch
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Probiotics in PD
While the gut microbiome can be key to challenges PD patients often face, there have been little specific data on the use of probiotics by PD patients. A review article summarizes current knowledge, explores how interventions could improve PD outcomes, outlines clinical effectiveness data, and suggests future research directions.
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Tags: Gut Microbiome, PD Outcomes, Probiotics
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Peer Support + Nurse-led Modality Education Increases Patient Choice of PD
Of 238 patients from 500 outpatient clinics in 2018 to 2020, 112 received both nursing education (NE) and peer support to make an ESKD modality choice. The combination helped patients make informed choices that aligned with their values and preferences.
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Tags: Peer Support, Nursing Education, Modality Choice, Modality Education
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Predicting Sarcopenia on PD using Handgrip Strength and BMI
Identifying patients at risk of sarcopenia without costly assessment tools would allow for earlier treatment. Analysis of data from 699 PD patients in China found a sarcopenia prevalence of 13.92% and nomogram models identified handgrip strength and BMI as independent predictors.
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Tags: Body Mass Index, Handgrip Strength, Nomogram, Peritoneal Dialysis, Risk Factors, Sarcopenia
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Organizational Culture and Home Dialysis Uptake
An ethnographic study of dialysis clinic culture was conducted at four clinics in England with average or high rates of home dialysis and maximal geographic, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity. Three themes identified were encouraging the patient voice and providing individualized support, ensuring home dialysis access (minimalizing eligibility assumptions), and achieving sustained change based on benefits for patients.
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Tags: Dialysis Clinic Culture, Home Dialysis Access, Patient Benefits