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ArticleCanadian journal of kidney health and disease2026

Perspectives Toward Kidney Transplantation Amongst Individuals With Kidney Failure in Canada: A Qualitative Study.

Cynthia Kendell, Jad Issa, Bethany Foster, Karthik Tennankore, Amanda J Vinson

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Cynthia KendellDepartment of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8858-1812
Jad IssaKidney Research Institute of Nova Scotia, Halifax, NS, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-2097-6416
Bethany FosterResearch Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada.
Karthik TennankoreDepartment of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7919-6709
Amanda J VinsonDepartment of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9345-5252

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Introduction: An understanding of perspectives toward kidney transplant amongst individuals with kidney failure is integral to supporting treatment-related decision-making and preparing for life post-transplant, yet this has not been studied in a Canadian context. Therefore, the objective of this study was to examine the perspectives of individuals with kidney failure in Canada regarding kidney transplant. Methods: Adults (18-75y) from four Canadian provinces who either had initiated dialysis within the prior 6 months or were preemptively referred for kidney transplantation within the prior 3 months were recruited to participate in focus group discussions (FGDs) or individual interviews. Data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. Results: Fifteen individuals participated in one of four FGDs (n=13) or a semi-structured interview (n=2). Seven were on dialysis and eight were pre-dialysis (four and six of whom had been referred for transplant, respectively). Overall, participants expressed a clear preference for transplant compared to dialysis. Participants' willingness to consider transplant was influenced by their (1) Conclusion: In this study, we evaluated perceptions towards kidney transplantation amongst individuals with kidney failure in Canada. Understanding potential concerns regarding future transplant may lead to improved patient-centered education, communication and psychosocial support strategies to empower patients to confidently make treatment-related decisions.

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kidney failurekidney transplantationpatient perspectivesqualitative research

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