[Renal failure: Biological and Psychosocial consequences].
One of the most challenging patient groups that the psychiatrist of consultation-liaison psychiatry  is called to work with, are the patients with Renal Failure, since this disease is related to complicated  and multidimensional physical and psychosocial problems. In this review, a holistic approach is attempted, considering the biological, psychological and psychosocial factors related to the disease  and to specific therapeutical programs as well. The interaction of these factors and their impact not  only on the course of the disease, but also on the quality of life are discussed. Finally, a brief report  on psychosocial and pharmaceutical interventions indicated for this group of patients is made, especially concerning the psychological and psychosocial consequences of renal failure.
3rd Psychiatric Department, Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki, AXEPA Hospital, Thessaloniki.
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