Missing In-Center Hemodialysis Sessions among Patients with End Stage Renal Disease in Banda Aceh, Indonesia

• DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18179215
• Publication Date: 2021-09-01T01:59:45Z
• Authors: Michael Wei-Chih Liu; Maimun Syukri; Abdullah Abdullah; Li-Yin Chien
• Keywords: Home hemodialysis; Health Literacy; Attendance; Cross-sectional study

Indonesian universal health coverage was implemented in 2013 and hemodialysis services became universally accessible, yet few studies have examined patient adherence to schedules. We the rates of missed in-center sessions Banda Aceh factors associated with non-attendance. This cross-sectional questionnaire survey included 193 patients receiving hemodialysis. Approximately 28% ≥ 1 session month prior questionnaire’s administration. About 65% reported attending religious activities as reason for missing The level literacy generally low a mean score 14.38 out 26 (55.3%). Multivariate logistic regression analyses showed that educational levels higher than elementary school were less likely miss sessions. Participants who performed more self-care behaviors had lower odds Every unit increase increased Emphasizing importance modifying schedules based on patients’ needs is essential. Patients should be reminded all behaviors. Health among improved, emphasis safety, advanced knowledge, critical literacy.