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Main barriers contrasting correct dialysis choice (according to KDIGO recommendation).
| Barriers to Dialysis Choice |
|---|
| Health care system |
| Resource availability |
| Reimbursement policies |
| Facilities availability |
| Dialysis center health policy/expertise |
| Geographic location |
| Patient’s social status |
| Absolute/ relative contraindications to a type of treatment |
| Patient’s health status (comorbidity, frailty, cognitive impairment…) |
