Skin changes and dermatological life quality index in chronic kidney disease patients in a tertiary hospital in Southern Nigeria.

Background: Cutaneous changes commonly occur in chronic kidney disease (CKD), however, there is limited information on its effect on quality of life of these patients. This study determined the prevalence and pattern of skin changes in CKD patients and their effects on the dermatology life quality index (DLQI) of the patients.

Materials And Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study that involved stages 3-5 CKD patients who were examined for skin changes.