The experience of individuals with renal failure participating in home haemodialysis: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

Alejandra Cases*, Martin Dempster, Mark Davies, Gary Gamble

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Abstract

This study explored the experience of individuals with renal failure undertaking home haemodialysis (HHD). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six participants who were active HHD users in a UK region. Participants’ accounts were transcribed verbatim and analysed using an interpretative phenomenological approach. Three main themes were identified: (1) embracing treatment and lifestyle freedom and flexibility; (2) re-establishing a sense of self and preferred self-identity; and (3) integrating aspects of active engagement and aspects of supported, life-sustaining dependence. A ‘good fit’ between the HHD user (an independent, self-determined health participant) and the healthcare provision (personalized, enabling) is proposed.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)884-894
JournalJournal of Health Psychology
Volume16
Issue number6
Early online date29 Mar 2011
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sept 2011

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Applied Psychology

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