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Multiple factors may influence the implementation and effectiveness of peer support programs across different healthcare settings.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objectives<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This qualitative meta\u2010synthesis aimed to identify the key facilitators influencing peer support among patients with chronic kidney disease.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A systematic review and qualitative meta\u2010synthesis were conducted. The electronic databases Web of Science, PubMed and Scopus were systematically searched to identify relevant studies. Thomas and Harden's three\u2010stage thematic synthesis approach was used to synthesize the findings of the included qualitative studies. The methodological quality of the selected studies was assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) tool.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 15 studies were included in the meta\u2010synthesis. The analysis identified three main themes related to facilitators of peer support: (a) Cultivating a supportive culture through the healthcare system, (b) Weaving deep connections and good rapport and (c) Engaged and motivated peer supporters and recipients.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This qualitative meta\u2010synthesis demonstrates that successful implementation of peer support programs for people living with CKD depends on the interaction of organizational support, meaningful peer relationships and active participant engagement. 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