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Enfermería Nefrológica
On-line version ISSN 2255-3517Print version ISSN 2254-2884
Abstract
GARCIA LLANA, Helena et al. Efficacy of the creation of a patient school program in the detection of needs in patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. Enferm Nefrol [online]. 2019, vol.22, n.3, pp.293-301. Epub Dec 23, 2019. ISSN 2255-3517. https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/s2254-28842019000300008.
Introduction
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease is a chronic kidney disease responsible for 10% of cases of end-stage renal failure. Participation and peer support groups are tools that improve well-being, avoiding complications and delaying disease progression.
Objectives
To detect information needs, as well as support resources, in patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease trough a Patient School.
Material and Method
A mixed design (quantitative and qualitative) was used. The study was developed through four phases: 1) Focus group: patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease and their caregivers; 2) Selection of expert patients; 3) Preparation of the contents of the program of the Patient School with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease; 4) Piloting the program.
Results
Information needs regarding oral treatment and coping with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease were detected, which are not covered by nephrology teams.
Conclusions
Patients School has proven to be a useful tool to detect needs and resources in patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease who have to face a chronic disease where patient participation is required to ensure adherence to treatment.
Keywords : autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease; multidisciplinary education; mutual aid groups.