The global prevalence and burden of end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) is increasing,
partially as a result of an aging population. Patients with ESKD who receive haemodialysis …

Background End-stage kidney disease is a life-changing illness. Many patients require
haemodialysis, a treatment that impacts profoundly on quality of life and mental health. Arts …

Many patients with end-stage kidney disease require haemodialysis, a treatment that
requires attending hospital three times a week for four hours each visit. This treatment …

Background Patients with end-stage kidney disease who receive haemodialysis experience
a protracted treatment regimen that can result in an increased risk of depression and …

The Renal Arts Group (RAG) at Queen's University Belfast was formed in 2016 as a
collaboration between patients with kidney disease, carers, clinicians, academics and artists …

Background Haemodialysis can negatively impact quality of life and mental health. Arts-
based interventions used successfully in other settings to improve health and well-being …

This study investigated the purpose and effectiveness of giving outpatients receiving dialysis
treatment an opportunity to engage in art activities while receiving care. A mixed method …

Patients on hospital haemodialysis spend many hours a week away from their home,
undergoing a treatment that is time consuming and physically and mentally draining. Given …

Art therapy has been used to support the coping skills of patients with various medical
illnesses. The purpose of this case study was to examine the usefulness of art therapy in …

People on hemodialysis live longer because of advances in technology; however, there are
concerns about the diminished quality of life and the emotional problems these patients …