COVID-19 vaccination in patients receiving dialysis

Nat Rev Nephrol. 2021 Dec;17(12):788-789. doi: 10.1038/s41581-021-00499-z. Epub 2021 Oct 11.

Abstract

Patients receiving dialysis are at high risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 and developing severe COVID-19. Established SARS-CoV-2 vaccination schemes might lack efficacy in these patients and a personalized approach is therefore necessary. Importantly, given the enhanced infection risks associated with dialysis, current vaccines do not replace non-pharmacological measures to prevent infection.

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19 Vaccines* / administration & dosage
  • COVID-19* / prevention & control
  • Humans
  • Renal Dialysis*
  • Vaccination

Substances

  • COVID-19 Vaccines