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1 Introduction Postdialysis fatigue (PDF) is common in end-stage renal disease patients on maintenance hemodialysis (HD). PDF significantly reduces the quality of life and impacts on daily living. In addition, PDF is associated with an increased risk of mortality [1]. The causes of PDF are essentially unknown. Essentially, a few hypotheses have been proposed [1].

Abstract Introduction The aim of this study was to determine if the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) was predictor of mortality in elderly patients on chronic hemodialysis (HD). Methods A total of 140 HD patients ≥65 years were studied. Symptoms of depression were assessed through GDS and cognitive function through the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE). GDS scores 0–9 are considered normal (Group 1); scores of 10–20 (Group 2) and 21–30 (Group 3) indicate mild and severe depression.

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