Patients' Perspectives on Hemodialysis Vascular Access: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies

摘要

Background: Delayed creation of vascular access may be due in part to patient refusal and is associated with adverse outcomes. Concerns about vascular access are prevailing treatment-related stressors for patients on hemodialysis therapy. This study aims to describe patients' perspectives on vascular access initiation and maintenance in hemodialysis.