Nutritional Challenges and Interventions in Hemodialysis Patients: A Literature Review

Abhilash Dung Dung, Tannistha Nag

Abstract: Malnutrition is present in 20-70% of hemodialysis patients and results from undernutrition, metabolic disorder and factors related to dialysis. Nutritional supplements, intradialytic parenteral nutrition, and exercise interventions have also been promising. Some tools that are used for assessment include SGA and PEW scores, which are helpful in diagnosis. International variations in renal nutrition care make specialized care and standardized interventions a priority that will improve patient outcomes. This article reviews nutritional challenges among patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis.

Keywords: Hemodialysis, Malnutrition, Hypotension, Fluid overload, Electrolyte imbalance

How to Cite?: Abhilash Dung Dung, Tannistha Nag, "Nutritional Challenges and Interventions in Hemodialysis Patients: A Literature Review", Volume 13 Issue 10, October 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1216-1220, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR241014170125, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR241014170125