Cognitive impairment and decision making in advanced kidney disease
Research type
Research Study
Full title
IMPACT OF COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT ON DECISION MAKING IN ADVANCED KIDNEY DISEASE: A PILOT CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY
IRAS ID
151069
Contact name
Becky Ward
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Imperial College London
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 0 months, 0 days
Research summary
This pilot cross sectional study aims to determine the relationship between cognitive problems and decision making abilities in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease and those on dialysis. These patients often need to make life altering decisions especially when it comes to dialysis choice. But problems with memory and information processing are common in kidney patients and could potentially affect their ability to make decisions. There is however,a lack of supportive evidence. This study will involve a one hour assessment of cognition and mental capacity using a structured interview with validated tools. This pilot will determine the feasibility of using these tools and provide the basis of a adequately powered study.
REC name
London - Fulham Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
14/LO/2223
Date of REC Opinion
13 Jan 2015
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion