What question did this study set out to answer?

To identify risk factors for falls in patients undergoing hemodialysis.

March 12, 20260 citations

Risk Factors for Falls in Patients on Hemodialysis: A 12-Month Prospective Study.

LJLuciana Angélica da Silva de Jesus BPBruno Valle Pinheiro ABAna Clara Cattete Bainha

Key Points

To identify risk factors for falls in patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Conducted a 12-month prospective study among hemodialysis patients.
Assessed physical function, postural balance, and frailty.
Evaluated quality of life through standardized measures.
Findings indicate a higher incidence of falls among hemodialysis patients.
Falls were linked to impaired physical function and poor postural balance.
Frailty levels were correlated with fall risk and quality of life.

Abstract

Patients undergoing hemodialysis have a higher incidence of falls. Falls are associated with physical function, postural balance, frailty, and quality of life.

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