Disparities in Kidney Care for Vulnerable Populations
Author Information
Author(s): Erickson Robin L., Kamath Nivedita, Iyengar Arpana, Ademola Adebowale, Esezobor Christopher, Lalji Rowena, Hedin Erin, Arruebo Silvia, Caskey Fergus J., Damster Sandrine, Donner Jo-Ann, Jha Vivekanand, Levin Adeera, Nangaku Masaomi, Saad Syed, Tonelli Marcello, Ye Feng, Okpechi Ikechi G., Bello Aminu K., Johnson David W.
Primary Institution: International Society of Nephrology
Hypothesis
How does access to kidney care differ for vulnerable populations across various countries?
Conclusion
The study found significant inequities in access to kidney care for vulnerable populations, particularly children and refugees.
Supporting Evidence
- Children had less access to kidney replacement therapies than adults in many countries.
- Refugees faced significant barriers to accessing kidney care in numerous countries.
- Low-income countries were less likely to provide kidney care access to refugees compared to high-income countries.
- Only 61% of countries routinely offered kidney disease testing to elderly individuals.
Takeaway
This study shows that kids and refugees often can't get the kidney care they need, which is a big problem in many countries.
Methodology
The study used data from an international survey of clinicians, policymakers, and patient advocates to assess kidney care access for vulnerable populations.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the self-selection of survey respondents and the subjective nature of responses.
Limitations
The study's findings may not fully represent all countries due to varying response rates and the reliance on self-reported data.
Participant Demographics
The survey included responses from 167 countries, representing diverse income levels and regions.
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