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ReviewBMC nephrology2025

Informing transplant candidate and donor education in living kidney donation: mapping educational needs through a rapid review.

Tayler E Truhan, James McMahon, Aisling E Courtney, Paul Gill, Holly Mansell, Helen Noble, Joanne Reid, Nicola Rosaasen, Alison Wood, Clare McKeaveney

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Review in BMC nephrology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Tayler E TruhanSchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Rd, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK.
James McMahonSchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Rd, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK.
Aisling E CourtneyBelfast City Hospital, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Belfast, UK.
Paul GillUniversity of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK.
Holly MansellCollege of Pharmacy and Nutrition, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada.
Helen NobleSchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Rd, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK.
Joanne ReidSchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Rd, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK.
Nicola RosaasenCollege of Pharmacy and Nutrition, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada.
Alison WoodQueen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK.
Clare McKeaveneySchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Rd, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK. c.mckeaveney@qub.ac.uk.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesLiving donor kidney transplantation (LDKT) is a complex medical procedure requiring extensive education for both donors and transplant candidates. With technological advances in healthcare, video educational resources are becoming more widely used. This study aimed to synthesize the existing qualitative evidence on LDKT educational experiences, preferences, and needs from the perspectives of kidney transplant candidates and recipients, donors, and HCPs, to establish the essential LDKT education considerations for candidates and potential donors interested in kidney transplantation.

methodsA rapid review of qualitative studies on LDKT educational needs was conducted. A literature search was undertaken across MEDLINE, Embase, and CINAHL databases from 2013 to 2023. Cochrane Rapid Reviews Methods Group guidance was utilized.

resultsOf 1,802 references, 27 qualitative studies were eligible for inclusion. Qualitative data was analyzed from 803 transplant candidates/recipients, 512 living donors, 104 healthcare providers, and 102 family/friends. Three main themes were identified, including Extensive LDKT Education Throughout Treatment; Shared Learning, Social Support, and Family Dynamics in LDKT; and Diversity and Inclusivity for Minorities.

conclusionsImprovements and innovations are needed regarding LDKT education for kidney transplant candidates, donors, and support networks.

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Kidney TransplantationLiving DonorsPatient Education as TopicHumansNeeds AssessmentSocial SupportEducational needsLiving donor kidney transplantationQualitative evidence synthesisRapid review

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PMID40319300
PMCPMC12048991

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