Learning to care for your fistula during dialysis
Part of Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study teaches people on dialysis how to take better care of their fistula (the special blood vessel connection used for dialysis) to improve their quality of life. It uses simple education to help you stay healthier and feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have end-stage kidney disease and are on hemodialysis using a fistula (a special connection between an artery and a vein, usually in your arm).
- You can read and understand Urdu.
- You do not have physical or mental disabilities that would make it hard for you to do daily activities.
- You do not have severe vision or hearing problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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