ReviewHealth SA = SA Gesondheid2025
Lived experiences of CKD care in KZN: Barriers, facilitators, and practical realities.
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- They Are Like Family: A Qualitative Thematic Analysis of Nurses' Experiences in a Tshwane Dialysis Unit.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant public health concern in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), exacerbated by a high burden of HIV, diabetes and hypertension, and compounded by socioeconomic barriers that limit access to preventative healthcare. With KZN accounting for 20% of South Africa's dialysis patients, strengthening CKD management at the primary healthcare (PHC) level is crucial. Aim: The study used a qualitative phenomenological approach to explore healthcare providers' (HCPs) lived experiences with CKD management in PHC settings in KZN, focusing on perceived barriers, facilitators and implementation realities. Method: A qualitative phenomenological approach was used to explore the lived experiences of HCPs managing CKD in PHC settings in KZN, South Africa. Through semi-structured interviews, the study examined perceived barriers, facilitators and real-world challenges influencing the implementation of CKD interventions and guideline adherence. Results: The study uncovered five key themes reflecting HCPs experiences with CKD guideline implementation at the PHC level: inconsistent guideline awareness and adherence, inadequate training, challenges in early detection because of limited resources, the importance of team-based care and patient involvement, and broader systemic and community-level barriers. Participants underscored the need for improved training, resource allocation and integrated care approaches. Conclusion: Implementation gaps stem from limited awareness, inadequate training and systemic barriers. Strengthening early detection, capacity building and team-based care is key to improving CKD management in PHC. Contribution: The study offers practical insights into implementation challenges, guiding policymakers and PHC managers in enhancing CKD care in resource-limited settings.
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