Depression screening in patients on kidney dialysis
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether nurses can effectively screen for depression in patients receiving regular kidney dialysis treatment. The goal is to find the best way to identify depression early so patients can get help.
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Who can take part
- You receive hemodialysis (kidney-cleaning treatment) three times per week and have been doing so for at least 3 months
- You are covered by French national health insurance
- You can read, write, and speak French well enough to answer questions about your mood and feelings
- You do not have dementia or severe memory loss
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are not currently in another medical research study
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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