This cross-sectional observational study investigates the overall quality of life (QoL) in adults aged 65 and older receiving in-center hemodialysis. While health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is commonly used in nephrology, it may not fully reflect what matters most to older patients. Using the Amnestic Comparative Self-Assessment (ACSA) as the primary measure, this study explores key determinants of QoL and examines how it relates to existing HRQoL tools (EQ-5D-3L, EORTC QLQ-C30, QLQ-MY20). Data are collected from four hospitals in Flanders, Belgium, using psychosocial (geriatric) assessments. Statistical analysis includes regression and cluster methods to identify predictors and patient subgroups. Results aim to inform more patient-centered care and improve QoL measurement in dialysis research.
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Quality of Life - Amnestic Comparative Self-Assessment (ACSA)
Timeframe: Baseline