IM-HOME Study Examines Barriers to Home Dialysis

A small advisory board of patients, care partners, and providers devised lists of perceived barriers to inform an online survey. Respondents ranked their top three barriers and described barriers. Among 298 patients and care partners, the top three barriers were fear, lack of space, and a need for support. Provider- (n=224) perceived barriers were quite different: poor patient education; limited support for home staff, mental health, and education; and lack of experienced staff.

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