A Holistic Approach to Management of Complications in Hemodialysis

Dear Colleagues,

Hemodialysis (HD) serves as a vital therapy for patients suffering from end-stage renal disease (ESRD). As a predominant form of renal replacement therapy, it addresses the critical decline in kidney function experienced by a growing global population. Although it extends life expectancy, HD is often linked to various acute and chronic complications that can affect not only clinical results but also patients’ overall well-being and quality of life. The burden of these complications is substantial, frequently interacting in a vicious cycle that exacerbates patient prognosis. In spite of advancements in dialysis technology and clinical practices, issues such as intradialytic hypotension, cardiovascular incidents, complications related to vascular access, inflammation, malnutrition, and infections associated with dialysis remain significant challenges.

Effective management requires personalized, patient-focused strategies, collaboration with multiple disciplines, and monitoring of complications while also addressing the emotional, social, and psychological needs of patients.  This integrative approach is essential to move beyond mere life extension and towards enabling a more sustainable and fulfilling life for patients on chronic dialysis.

This Special Issue aims to investigate contemporary and holistic approaches to the care of HD patients. We invite original research articles and reviews that focus on clinical practices, technological advancements, preventive strategies, patient-centered interventions, etc., with the objective of improving clinical outcomes and quality of life of individuals receiving hemodialysis.

Dr. Georgia Gerogianni
Guest Editor

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