Experiences of Living Kidney Donors and Recipients
Author Information
Author(s): Ummel Deborah, Achille Marie, Mekkelholt Jessina
Primary Institution: Department of Psychology, Université de Montréal
Hypothesis
What are the experiences of living kidney donors and recipients?
Conclusion
The study found that while donors generally report positive experiences and personal benefits, recipients often have more ambivalent feelings about the donation.
Supporting Evidence
- Donors report personal growth and increased self-esteem after donation.
- Recipients often feel grateful but may also experience anxiety about the donor's health.
- Donors generally express no regrets about their decision to donate.
- Relational dynamics between donors and recipients can improve or deteriorate post-donation.
Takeaway
This study looked at how people feel about giving and receiving a kidney. Donors usually feel good about their choice, while recipients can feel mixed emotions.
Methodology
Qualitative metasummary of published studies using interviews and focus groups.
Potential Biases
The focus on qualitative studies may introduce bias as it may not represent all experiences comprehensively.
Limitations
The study only included peer-reviewed articles in English, French, and German, potentially missing relevant research in other languages.
Participant Demographics
The studies included a diverse range of donors and recipients from various cultural contexts.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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