This study investigated the comparative drying performance and product quality of fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis) leaves processed using traditional open sun drying (OSD) and an improved parabolic-shaped solar dryer (PSSD). Freshly harvested flute
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major global public health issue, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. It is characterized by a progressive loss of kidney function, often leading to end-stage renal disease (ESRD), which requires renal replacement
therapy, such as dialysis or kidney transplantation (Tanriover et al., 2022). Among these treatment options, dialysis remains the most common and accessible intervention for patients who do not have immediate access to transplantation(Chaudhry et al., 2022). However, undergoing dialysis is not only a physically demanding process but also presents significant psychosocial challenges, which can impact the overall well-being and quality of life of patients (Lateef, 2022). Dialysis patients experience a range of psychological and social challenges, including depression, anxiety, social isolation, financial burden, and role limitations within their families and communities (Hansen et al., 2021). Studies have shown that the prevalence of depression among patients undergoing dialysis is significantly higher than in the general population (Alshelleh et al., 2022). The chronic nature of the disease, coupled with the stringent treatment regimen and dietary restrictions, often leads to emotional distress, which may further complicate adherence to treatment and overall prognosis (Fraile-Martinez et al., 2022). Socially, dialysis patients may struggle with maintaining employment, family roles, and social relationships. The time-consuming nature of dialysis sessions, which typically occur multiple times a week, often limits the ability of patients to work or engage in social activities (Whitman et al., 2021)
therapy, such as dialysis or kidney transplantation (Tanriover et al., 2022). Among these treatment options, dialysis remains the most common and accessible intervention for patients who do not have immediate access to transplantation(Chaudhry et al., 2022). However, undergoing dialysis is not only a physically demanding process but also presents significant psychosocial challenges, which can impact the overall well-being and quality of life of patients (Lateef, 2022). Dialysis patients experience a range of psychological and social challenges, including depression, anxiety, social isolation, financial burden, and role limitations within their families and communities (Hansen et al., 2021). Studies have shown that the prevalence of depression among patients undergoing dialysis is significantly higher than in the general population (Alshelleh et al., 2022). The chronic nature of the disease, coupled with the stringent treatment regimen and dietary restrictions, often leads to emotional distress, which may further complicate adherence to treatment and overall prognosis (Fraile-Martinez et al., 2022). Socially, dialysis patients may struggle with maintaining employment, family roles, and social relationships. The time-consuming nature of dialysis sessions, which typically occur multiple times a week, often limits the ability of patients to work or engage in social activities (Whitman et al., 2021)
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