Publications by authors named "S Krenn"
Background: Hemodialysis relies on accurate body mass (BM) assessment to determine ultrafiltration volumes, but we have not identified published practice patterns disclosing how to handle clothing mass. Here we investigated the potential impact of clothing mass on predialysis BM determination, hypothesizing that a standardized template for clothing mass estimation enhances accuracy, compared with conventional practice.
Methods: Measurements included dressed and undressed BM predialysis.
Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects more women than men worldwide, however, men comprise the majority of patients who receive kidney replacement therapy. We aimed to describe the perspectives of patients and their caregivers regarding gender disparities in CKD.
Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 45 patients with CKD (20 women) and 14 caregivers (12 women) from seven clinics in Austria.
Aims: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and obesity are major global health challenges, eventually leading to kidney replacement therapy (KRT), but body mass index (BMI) thresholds hinder kidney transplantation. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists induce weight loss, thereby offering attractive treatment options; however, their safety and efficacy have not been systematically investigated in patients undergoing dialysis.
Materials And Methods: We conducted a prospective 12-week, open-label trial with 13 patients who had a BMI ≥ 30.
Article Synopsis
- Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is more prevalent in women at stages 3-5 without albuminuria, but most patients receiving kidney replacement therapy are men, indicating a gender disparity influenced by biological and social factors.
- A study used questionnaires to explore CKD patients' and caregivers' views on gender roles and health care, gathering responses from 783 patients and 98 caregivers at clinics in Austria.
- Results showed both male and female patients generally believe women manage their health better and that gender does not affect treatment equality in CKD care, with a strong consensus among caregivers as well.