Prevalence of anxiety disorders and associated factors among patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis at Hanoi Nephrology Hospital
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This study aimed to determine the prevalence of anxiety disorders and identify factors associated with anxiety among patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis at the Hemodialysis Department of Hanoi Nephrology Hospital. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 390 patients from January 2026 to March 2026. Anxiety was assessed using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Univariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to identify associated factors. The results showed that the prevalence of anxiety disorder among maintenance hemodialysis patients at Hanoi Nephrology Hospital was 14.1%. Independent factors associated with anxiety included monthly income exceeding 10 million VND, low to moderate levels of social support, the presence of comorbidities, poor sleep quality, and concerns regarding the hemodialysis procedure. In conclusion, anxiety disorder remains a significant mental health issue among hemodialysis patients and is associated with several psychosocial and clinical factors.
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Anxiety, hemodialysis, HADS
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