Factors Affecting Adherence to Hemodialysis Therapy Among Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease Attending In-Center Hemodialysis in Al-Ahsa Region, Saudi Arabia.

Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are global health concerns, with ESRD requiring renal replacement therapy (RRT). Hemodialysis is a prevalent modality for RRT. However, access to hemodialysis is challenging for rural patients due to geographical barriers and limited nephrology services.

Diabetic Neuropathy: Prevalence and Impact on Quality of Life in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia.

Objective This study aims to measure the prevalence of diabetic neuropathy (DN) in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) and to explore the impact of DN on quality of life (QoL) in type 1 and type 2 DM patients in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia. Methods This cross-sectional study targeted type 1 and type 2 DM patients who live in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia. Self-reported online questionnaires distributed randomly on social media were used.