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Chronic Kidney Disease: Supportive and Conservative Care in Portugal in 2023

Farinha,Ana; Cunha,Teresa; Figueiredo,Cátia; Mendes,Filipa; Fernandes,Sara; Sorbo,Giovanni; Branco,Ana; Costa,Bernardo Marques da; Freitas,Mariana

Abstract Introduction : Elderly patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) present a higher risk of becoming frail, a consequence of several comorbidities and worse functional status. This condition does not necessarily improve with the initiation of dialysis. Conservative care offers an option to treat elderly and/or frail patients with advanced CKD, which focuses on improving the patient’s quality of life, ac...

Date: 2024   |   Origin: SciELO Portugal
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Advance Care Planning in End‑Stage Renal Disease

Freitas,Mariana; Farinha,Ana

Abstract Patients with end‑stage renal disease (ESRD) have high morbidity and mortality rates compared to age‑matched individuals. The treatment for ESRD typically involves renal replacement therapies such as dialysis or kidney transplant. Despite the high comorbidity and frailty presented by the patients with ESRD, many of these individuals do not discuss their end‑of‑life preferences with loved ones or health...

Date: 2024   |   Origin: SciELO Portugal
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