Patient Experience: Clinical Trial Support Dialysis Access Graft US Market

Research Methodology:
Qualitative interviews and survey data collection with patients and healthcare professionals directly involved with dialysis access grafts

User Experience

• Surveyed healthcare professionals to assess awareness and utilization of different access graft types including arteriovenous grafts, synthetic grafts, and biological alternatives

• Conducted in-depth interviews with patients to understand comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life impact

• Evaluated cannulator perspectives on ease of use, technical challenges, and procedural preferences

Challenges & Opportunities

• Uncovered challenges faced by providers in graft placement and maintenance, including thrombosis rates and infection concerns

• Identified pain points in the patient journey from graft placement to regular dialysis sessions

• Documented training needs and educational gaps among healthcare professionals

Future Prospects

• Assessed stakeholder receptiveness to innovative graft designs and materials

• Evaluated potential barriers to adoption of next-generation access solutions

Outcomes & Deliverables

Ongoing. These insights provided our client with strategic direction for product development and market entry strategies in key regions, along with clear guidance on addressing both clinical and patient-centered needs in future graft designs