Experiences of adults living with a kidney transplant-Effects on physical activity, physical function, and quality of life: A descriptive phenomenological study.
Joe AntounDaniel J BrownBeth G ClarksonAnthony I ShepherdNicholas C SangalaRobert J LewisMelitta Anne McNarryKelly Alexandra MackintoshJo CorbettZoe Louise SaynorPublished in: Journal of renal care (2022)
Whilst adults living with advanced kidney disease often experience a reduced quality of life, physical activity and function, kidney transplantation can help facilitate a return to pre-disease levels of physical activity, physical function and quality of life. However, transplant recipients also reported living with anxiety around their new kidney failing. This study demonstrates the variability in the lived experiences of adults living with advanced kidney disease or a kidney transplant and highlights the need for patient-centred care.