Evaluation of Dermatological Findings in Hemodialysis Patients

Zeynep Karaca Ural; Zeynep Utlu; Can Sevinç

Makale detayları

Evaluation of Dermatological Findings in Hemodialysis Patients

Yazarlar:

Zeynep Karaca Ural | Zeynep Utlu | Can Sevinç

Yayıncı:

Kafkas University

Ana Başlıklar:

Dermatoloji

Dergi:

Kafkas Tıp Bilimleri Dergisi Vol.15 Issue 2, pp.178-183

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

8/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001357904

pISSN:

2146-2631

Anahtar kelimeler:

Özet:

 Aim: Chronic kidney disease is an increasing global public health concern. Hemodialysis is the most commonly utilized replacement therapy for end-stage renal disease. Common dermatological complications in hemodialysis patients, such as pruritus, xerosis, and nail or mucosal changes, significantly impair quality of life. This study aims to assess the prevalence and characteristics of these dermatological findings in hemodialysis patients. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out between September 20 and November 20, 2020, in a city in Eastern Türkiye. A total of 132 hemodialysis patients underwent a detailed dermatological examination. All pathological dermatological findings were documented, and their associations with comorbidities, duration of hemodialysis, frequency of hemodialysis, and age were evaluated. Results: At least one dermatological finding was detected in all cases among the 132 patients included in the study mean age: 58.06 years; 48.5 female. Pruritus was observed in 36.4 of the patients, while xerosis was noted in 50. Nail changes were recorded in 60.6 of the patients. Among oral mucosal findings, the most common were xerostomia 28 and oral candidiasis 18.2. Pigmentation disorders were identified in 39.4 of the patients, whereas 38.6 exhibited local complications at the fistula site. Advanced age was significantly associated with a higher prevalence of pruritus p0.003, xerosis p0.039, and oral candidiasis p0.008. Conclusion: Dermatological findings are common and diverse in hemodialysis patients. Pruritus, xerosis, and oral candidiasis significantly increase with aging, highlighting the need for targeted dermatological care. These findings underscore the importance of regular dermatological evaluations to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

 Aim: Chronic kidney disease is an increasing global public health concern. Hemodialysis is the most commonly utilized replacement therapy for end-stage renal disease. Common dermatological complications in hemodialysis patients, such as pruritus, xerosis, and nail or mucosal changes, significantly impair quality of life. This study aims to assess the prevalence and characteristics of these dermatological findings in hemodialysis patients. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out between September 20 and November 20, 2020, in a city in Eastern Türkiye. A total of 132 hemodialysis patients underwent a detailed dermatological examination. All pathological dermatological findings were documented, and their associations with comorbidities, duration of hemodialysis, frequency of hemodialysis, and age were evaluated. Results: At least one dermatological finding was detected in all cases among the 132 patients included in the study mean age: 58.06 years; 48.5 female. Pruritus was observed in 36.4 of the patients, while xerosis was noted in 50. Nail changes were recorded in 60.6 of the patients. Among oral mucosal findings, the most common were xerostomia 28 and oral candidiasis 18.2. Pigmentation disorders were identified in 39.4 of the patients, whereas 38.6 exhibited local complications at the fistula site. Advanced age was significantly associated with a higher prevalence of pruritus p0.003, xerosis p0.039, and oral candidiasis p0.008. Conclusion: Dermatological findings are common and diverse in hemodialysis patients. Pruritus, xerosis, and oral candidiasis significantly increase with aging, highlighting the need for targeted dermatological care. These findings underscore the importance of regular dermatological evaluations to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

 Aim: Chronic kidney disease is an increasing global public health concern. Hemodialysis is the most commonly utilized replacement therapy for end-stage renal disease. Common dermatological complications in hemodialysis patients, such as pruritus, xerosis, and nail or mucosal changes, significantly impair quality of life. This study aims to assess the prevalence and characteristics of these dermatological findings in hemodialysis patients. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out between September 20 and November 20, 2020, in a city in Eastern Türkiye. A total of 132 hemodialysis patients underwent a detailed dermatological examination. All pathological dermatological findings were documented, and their associations with comorbidities, duration of hemodialysis, frequency of hemodialysis, and age were evaluated. Results: At least one dermatological finding was detected in all cases among the 132 patients included in the study mean age: 58.06 years; 48.5 female. Pruritus was observed in 36.4 of the patients, while xerosis was noted in 50. Nail changes were recorded in 60.6 of the patients. Among oral mucosal findings, the most common were xerostomia 28 and oral candidiasis 18.2. Pigmentation disorders were identified in 39.4 of the patients, whereas 38.6 exhibited local complications at the fistula site. Advanced age was significantly associated with a higher prevalence of pruritus p0.003, xerosis p0.039, and oral candidiasis p0.008. Conclusion: Dermatological findings are common and diverse in hemodialysis patients. Pruritus, xerosis, and oral candidiasis significantly increase with aging, highlighting the need for targeted dermatological care. These findings underscore the importance of regular dermatological evaluations to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

 Aim: Chronic kidney disease is an increasing global public health concern. Hemodialysis is the most commonly utilized replacement therapy for end-stage renal disease. Common dermatological complications in hemodialysis patients, such as pruritus, xerosis, and nail or mucosal changes, significantly impair quality of life. This study aims to assess the prevalence and characteristics of these dermatological findings in hemodialysis patients. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out between September 20 and November 20, 2020, in a city in Eastern Türkiye. A total of 132 hemodialysis patients underwent a detailed dermatological examination. All pathological dermatological findings were documented, and their associations with comorbidities, duration of hemodialysis, frequency of hemodialysis, and age were evaluated. Results: At least one dermatological finding was detected in all cases among the 132 patients included in the study mean age: 58.06 years; 48.5 female. Pruritus was observed in 36.4 of the patients, while xerosis was noted in 50. Nail changes were recorded in 60.6 of the patients. Among oral mucosal findings, the most common were xerostomia 28 and oral candidiasis 18.2. Pigmentation disorders were identified in 39.4 of the patients, whereas 38.6 exhibited local complications at the fistula site. Advanced age was significantly associated with a higher prevalence of pruritus p0.003, xerosis p0.039, and oral candidiasis p0.008. Conclusion: Dermatological findings are common and diverse in hemodialysis patients. Pruritus, xerosis, and oral candidiasis significantly increase with aging, highlighting the need for targeted dermatological care. These findings underscore the importance of regular dermatological evaluations to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Makale detayları

Evaluation of Dermatological Findings in Hemodialysis Patients

Yazarlar:

Zeynep Karaca Ural | Zeynep Utlu | Can Sevinç

Yayıncı:

Kafkas University

Ana Başlıklar:

Dermatoloji

Dergi:

Kafkas Tıp Bilimleri Dergisi Vol.15 Issue 2, pp.178-183

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

8/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001357904

pISSN:

2146-2631

skin

dermatologic manifestation

hemodialysis

mucocutaneous

Sayı

Makale detayları

Evaluation of Dermatological Findings in Hemodialysis Patients

Yazarlar: Zeynep Karaca Ural | Zeynep Utlu | Can Sevinç

Yayıncı: Kafkas University

Ana Başlıklar: Dermatoloji

Dergi: Kafkas Tıp Bilimleri Dergisi Vol.15 Issue 2, pp.178-183

Belge Tipi: Makale

Yayın Tarihi: 8/2025

Belge Dili: İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.): 2001357904

pISSN: 2146-2631

skin

dermatologic manifestation

hemodialysis

mucocutaneous

Sayı

Yazarlar:

Zeynep Karaca Ural | Zeynep Utlu | Can Sevinç

Yayıncı:

Kafkas University

Ana Başlıklar:

Dermatoloji

Dergi:

Kafkas Tıp Bilimleri Dergisi Vol.15 Issue 2, pp.178-183

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

8/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001357904

pISSN:

2146-2631