Publications by authors named "Laura Morosin"
Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is common in end-stage renal disease and is associated with reduced health-related quality of life. Simple and accurate screening instruments are needed since RLS is underdiagnosed and treatable. We examined the operating characteristics of screening questions and a disease-specific measurement tool for the diagnosis of RLS in hemodialysis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSingle Questions for the Screening of Anxiety and Depression in Hemodialysis.
Can J Kidney Health Dis
January 2019
Article Synopsis
- Depression and anxiety are prevalent yet often overlooked in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), negatively impacting their health and quality of life.
- A study evaluated the effectiveness of single questions from the Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS) to screen for these conditions in hemodialysis patients, comparing results to a recognized scale (HADS).
- Findings showed that the ESAS questions effectively identified anxiety and depression, suggesting they may serve as simpler alternatives to traditional, more complex screening tools in hemodialysis settings.