Hla Thein
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Hla Thein has a total of 7 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Audrey Po’e-Tofaeono
Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, 28 Park Ave, Grafton, Auckland 1023, New Zealand
1 shared publication - Emma Wyeth
Ngāi Tahu Māori Health Research Unit, Division of Health Sciences, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
1 shared publication - Rachael M. McLean
Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, 18 Frederick St, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
1 shared publication - Robert James Walker
Department of Medicine University of Otago Dunedin New Zealand
1 shared publication - Vicky Nelson
Ngāi Tahu Māori Health Research Unit, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, 18 Frederick St, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
1 shared publication - Vili Nosa
School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
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Experiences of New Zealand Haemodialysis Patients in Relation to Food and Nutrition Management: A Qualitative Study
People receiving haemodialysis have considerable and complex dietary and healthcare needs, including co-morbidities. A recent New Zealand study has shown that few patients on haemodialysis are able to meet nutritional requirements for haemodialysis. This study aims to describe the perspectives and experiences of dietary management among patients on haemodialysis in New Zealand. This exploratory qualitative study used in-depth semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling was used to recruit participants from different ethnic groups. Forty interviews were conducted, audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. An inductive approach was taken using thematic analysis. Forty participants were interviewed. Participants spoke of major disruption to their lives as a result of their chronic kidney disease and being on haemodialysis, including loss of employment, financial challenges, loss of independence, social isolation and increased reliance on extended family. Most had received adequate dietary information, although some felt that more culturally appropriate support would have enabled a healthier diet. These findings show that further support to make the recommended dietary changes while on haemodialysis should focus on socio-cultural factors, in addition to the information already provided.
Open AccessExperiences of New Zealand Haemodialysis Patients in Relation to Food and Nutrition Management: A Qualitative Study
People receiving haemodialysis have considerable and complex dietary and healthcare needs, including co-morbidities. A recent New Zealand study has shown that few patients on haemodialysis are able to meet nutritional requirements for haemodialysis. This study aims to describe the perspectives and experiences of dietary management among patients on haemodialysis in New Zealand. This exploratory qualitative study used in-depth semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling was used to recruit participants from different ethnic groups. Forty interviews were conducted, audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. An inductive approach was taken using thematic analysis. Forty participants were interviewed. Participants spoke of major disruption to their lives as a result of their chronic kidney disease and being on haemodialysis, including loss of employment, financial challenges, loss of independence, social isolation and increased reliance on extended family. Most had received adequate dietary information, although some felt that more culturally appropriate support would have enabled a healthier diet. These findings show that further support to make the recommended dietary changes while on haemodialysis should focus on socio-cultural factors, in addition to the information already provided.