Yampufé PAM
Pediatric Intensivist, Md. Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, National Cardiovascular Institute Alberto Peschiera Carrillo,
Peru
Research Article
Quality of Life of Children with Chronic Kidney Disease Undergoing Renal Replacement Therapy
Author(s): Yampufé PAM, Loza R, Vasquez J, Baique P and Reyes MYampufé PAM, Loza R, Vasquez J, Baique P and Reyes M
Introduction: End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is a major health problem. The Health-related Quality of Life (HRQOL) of children with end-stage renal disease influences their future life in terms of autonomy, psychosexual development, and social integration.
Objective: To evaluate the HRQOL of children with ESRD according to the modality of renal replacement therapy: Hemodialysis (HD), Peritoneal Dialysis (PD), and Renal Transplant (RT).
Population and Methods: Cross-sectional, observational, prospective study that included 79 children between 5 and 17 years of age (mean of 13.3 ± 3.4) diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease (with renal replacement therapy). The applied questionnaire was KINDL®.
Results: Of the79 children and adolescents with ESRD, 39 (49.4%) had PD, 21 (26.6%) had HD, and.. View More»
