| [ Summary ] |
The aging of Japan's population is rapidly advancing. It is the same among dialysis patients. According to an overview of regular dialysis treatment in Japan (as of December 31, 2014), the average age of men starting dialysis was 68.1 and the average age of female was 70.9 years. Compared to 2013, the age had increased for both men (0.29 years) and women (0.54 years). By increasing long-term care benefit expenses and medical expenses according to the population's aging, the expenditure of national and local governments has had to be strictly re-examined. In order to support dialysis recuperation that continues until the last moment of the patient's life, we must help so that there can be adequate hospital visits made while the patient is still at home. To achieve this, we think that the important challenge is to strengthen cooperation with the local community. |