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NCT Number: NCT07518017

Effect of Pecha Kucha Education on Fluid and Diet Adherence in Hemodialysis Patients

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of education based on the Pecha Kucha presentation technique on fluid and dietary adherence in patients undergoing hemodialysis. Patients receiving hemodialysis often experience difficulties in adhering to fluid and dietary restrictions, which may lead to adverse clinical outcomes.

The Pecha Kucha technique is a structured, visually supported presentation format designed to improve understanding and retention of information. In this study, patients in the intervention group will receive education using the Pecha Kucha method, while the control group will receive standard education routinely provided in the dialysis unit.

The study will assess whether this innovative educational approach improves adherence to treatment and clinical parameters. The findings are expected to contribute to improving patient education strategies in hemodialysis care.

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Key information

Conditions

Hemodialysis Chronic Disease Chronic Kidney Disease Disease Attributes Female Urogenital Diseases Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Kidney Diseases Male Urogenital Diseases Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Renal Insufficiency Renal Insufficiency, Chronic Urogenital Diseases Urologic Diseases

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Siirt University

Siirt, 56100, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Hemodialysis patients are required to adhere to strict fluid and dietary restrictions to prevent complications such as fluid overload, electrolyte imbalance, and increased morbidity. However, maintaining adherence remains a significant challenge in clinical practice. Effective patient education plays a crucial role in improving adherence and clinical outcomes.

The Pecha Kucha presentation technique is an innovative educational method characterized by concise, structured, and visually engaging content. It consists of short, timed presentations designed to enhance attention, comprehension, and retention. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of Pecha Kucha-based education in improving fluid and dietary adherence among hemodialysis patients.

This study is designed as a randomized controlled trial with two parallel groups: an intervention group receiving Pecha Kucha-based education and a control group receiving standard education. Participants will be recruited from the dialysis unit of Siirt Training and Research Hospital.

Outcome measures will include fluid adherence (e.g., interdialytic weight gain), dietary adherence, and selected clinical parameters such as serum potassium and phosphorus levels. Measurements will be obtained at baseline and after the intervention period.

Ethical approval for this study was obtained from the Siirt University Ethics Committee (Decision No: 2026/01/01/18, Date: January 7, 2026).

The results of this study are expected to provide evidence for the effectiveness of structured and visually supported education methods in improving adherence behaviors and clinical outcomes in hemodialysis patients.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Receiving hemodialysis treatment for at least 6 months
  • Aged 18 years or older
  • Literate
  • Willing to participate in the study

Exclusion criteria

  • Cognitive or communication impairment
  • Participation in a similar education program within the last 3 months
  • Presence of terminal illness

Treatment and study plan

Pecha Kucha Education

Behavioral

A structured and visually supported educational intervention delivered using the Pecha Kucha presentation format to improve patients' understanding of fluid and dietary management.

standard education

Behavioral

Routine education provided to patients undergoing hemodialysis according to standard clinical practice.

Primary outcomes

  1. Fluid Adherence (Interdialytic Weight Gain)

    Time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks after the intervention

    Fluid adherence will be assessed using interdialytic weight gain measurements obtained from patient records between dialysis sessions.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Serum Potassium Level

    Time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks

    Serum potassium levels will be obtained from routine laboratory results.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Büşra Ceren DEMİREL YILDIZ

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effect of Pecha Kucha-Based Education on Fluid and Dietary Adherence and Clinical Outcomes in Hemodialysis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2027
First posted
Apr 8, 2026
Registry last updated
Jul 24, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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