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Cognitive impairment and sleep disturbances are common yet under-recognized complications among maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) patients. Both significantly impact quality of life, adherence, and survival. Limited data are available from private Indian dialysis centers. This ongoing study aims to assess the prevalence and correlation of cognitive dysfunction and sleep disorders in a real-world private hospital setting
A prospective study is being conducted at Mukut Hospital, Chandigarh for a period of 6 months from 01 August 2025 till 01 January 2026. The study includes 40 adult MHD patients undergoing 2 - 3 dialysis in a week. Cognitive function is evaluated using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and sleep quality by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Clinical parameters such as age, BMI, demographic data, dialysis prescription and comorbidities are recorded. Lab tests like hemoglobin levels, biochemical parameters like albumin levels, electrolytes like calcium phosphorus, sodium, potassium and iPTH levels are checked. Clinical data like interdialytic weight gain,intradialytic hypo/hypertension ,frequency of dialysis and dialysis adequacy (using Kt/V) are being recorded. Outcomes like hospitalization rates and mortality at end of 6 months is being checked. Data are analyzed using IBM SPSS v26.0; categorical variables with the Chi-square test and correlations with Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient (ρ). A p-value < 0.05 is considered statistically significant.
Initial findings show a high prevalence of both cognitive impairment and poor sleep quality. Early analysis suggests a positive association between MoCA and PSQI scores, indicating that poor sleep may be linked to reduced cognitive performance. Final results are awaited.
This ongoing study highlights the burden of neurocognitive and sleep disorders among dialysis patients in a private tertiary setting.Cognitive impairment and sleep disturbances are highly prevalent yet under-recognized complications among maintenance hemodialysis patients. Both have a profound impact on quality of life, treatment adherence, and overall survival. Despite their clinical importance, limited data exist from Indian private dialysis centers. This study aims to bridge that gap by systematically assessing the prevalence and correlation between cognitive dysfunction and sleep quality using validated tools (MoCA and PSQI). Findings from this ongoing work are expected to guide early screening, multidisciplinary management, and policy development for comprehensive dialysis care in resource-diverse settings.
