Are sex differences in the outcome of peritoneal dialysis explained by nurse-assistance? A cohort study with data from the RDPLF.

Isabelle DannevilleMathilde BeaumierValérie ChateletAnnabel BoyerAntoine LanotClémence Bechade Thierry Lobbedez

Published in: Nephrology, dialysis, transplantation : official publication of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association - European Renal Association (2021)

Our results suggest that compared with men, women have both a lower risk of transfer to HD and peritonitis. Mediation analysis showed that nurse assistance was a potential mediator in the causal pathway between sex and transfer to HD.

Keyphrases

peritoneal dialysis
end stage renal disease
primary care
chronic kidney disease
polycystic ovary syndrome
electronic health record
social support
middle aged
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human health
risk assessment
metabolic syndrome
data analysis
artificial intelligence
climate change