What are the factors that determine treatment choices in patients with kidney failure: a retrospective cohort study using data linkage of routinely collected data in Wales.

James A Chess Gareth W Roberts Leah Mc LaughlinGail WilliamsRhiannon Tudor Edwards

Published in: BMJ open (2024)

There is room for improvement in current pre-dialysis treatment pathways. Many patients remain undecided about dialysis choice, and others who may have chosen home dialysis are still likely to start on unit haemodialysis.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
electronic health record
healthcare
ejection fraction
big data
combination therapy
artificial intelligence
hiv testing