Social Support, Caregivers, and Chronic Kidney Disease

Semin Nephrol. 2021 Nov;41(6):574-579. doi: 10.1016/j.semnephrol.2021.10.009.

Abstract

The morbidity and mortality associated with chronic kidney disease remains unacceptably high. Psychosocial issues in CKD patients are frequently overlooked yet are often modifiable risk factors for mortality. Addressing patient perception of social support can potentially improve patient outcomes.

Keywords: Social support; caregivers; chronic Kidney disease; outcomes.

MeSH terms

  • Caregivers* / psychology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Morbidity
  • Renal Insufficiency, Chronic* / complications
  • Renal Insufficiency, Chronic* / psychology
  • Renal Insufficiency, Chronic* / therapy
  • Risk Factors
  • Social Support