Experiences of Social Isolation and Loneliness in Chronic Kidney Disease

Key Points Loneliness and social isolation are increasingly recognized as global public health issues; however, little is known about the patient and caregiver experience in CKD. We used qualitative data to explore the experiences of loneliness and social isolation from the perspective of patients and caregivers. Background Many patients with CKD experience loneliness and social isolation, which are associated with a higher risk of …