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Prevalence and impact of pruritus among sudanese people with ESRD undergoing hemodialysis
Abdulrahman Ishaq, Humaidaa Sharaf Eldein, Farah Riyad, Malaz Abdulazim, Hassan Abdellha Ahmed Ali, Nahla Ahmed Mohammed Abderahman, Mohammed Ahmed Ibrahim Ahmed
Received: January 13, 2026 | Published: February 23, 2026
Citation: Ishaq A, Eldein HS, Riyad F, et al. Prevalence and impact of pruritus among sudanese people with ESRD undergoing hemodialysis. Urol Nephrol Open Access J. 2026;14(1):16-19. DOI: 10.15406/unoaj.2026.14.00366
Abstract
Background: Chronic kidney disease-associated pruritus (CKD-aP) is a frequent yet under-recognized symptom among patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on hemodialysis (HD). It adversely affects quality of life, contributing to sleep disturbances, and physiological distress. This study aims to determine the prevalence, severity, and impact of CKD-aP among Sudanese ESRD patients at Kassala Teaching Hospital. Methods: A tota1 of 186 ESRD patients undergoing HD were enrolled in this study. Data was collected through structured interviews using a questionnaire covering demographics, CKD characteristics, and pruritus severity (assessed via the 5-D pruritus scale). Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 21. Results: Severe pruritus was reported by 17.1% of participants, with 20% experiencing significant sleep disturbances. CKD-aP severity was significantly associated with hypertension, BMI, and age group. Conclusion: CKD-aP is prevalent among ESRD patients on HD in Sudan, negatively impacting quality of life. Routine screening and targeted strategies are recommended to improve patient well-being and outcomes.
Keywords: chronic kidney disease, pruritus, 5-d scale, sleep disturbance
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