Factors Affecting Daily Living in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients in Brazil
Author Information
Author(s): Hellen de Carvalho Lima, Joubert Vitor de Souto Barbosa, Adson Aragão de Araújo Santos, Rafael Limeira Cavalcanti, Adirlene Pontes de Oliveira Tenório, Matheus Rodrigues Lopes, Thais Sousa Rodrigues Guedes, Achilles de Souza Andrade, Geronimo José Bouzas Sanchis, Rodrigo Pegado Lopes, Johnnatas Mikael Lopes, Marcello Barbosa Otoni Gonçalves
Primary Institution: Federal University of Vale do São Francisco; Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte; Federal University of Paraíba
Hypothesis
This study aims to investigate associations between biopsychosocial factors and limitations in activities of daily living among CKD patients in Brazil.
Conclusion
Limitations in daily activities among individuals with CKD are associated with various biopsychosocial factors, highlighting the need for supportive public policies.
Supporting Evidence
- 40.7% of CKD patients reported limitations in daily activities.
- Factors like lack of health insurance and living in rural areas were linked to more limitations.
- Good self-perceived health was associated with fewer limitations in daily activities.
Takeaway
People with kidney problems in Brazil often find it hard to do everyday things because of their health and social situations.
Methodology
The study analyzed data from the National Health Survey using Cox regression to assess the relationship between biopsychosocial factors and ADL limitations.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may introduce bias, and the lack of detailed information on CKD stages limits analysis.
Limitations
The cross-sectional design limits causal inferences, and outcomes were based on self-reports rather than official diagnoses.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 500 females (57.2%) and 381 nonwhite individuals (53.1%), with most residing in urban areas.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 35.4–46.1%
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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