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Twice-Weekly Hemodialysis in China: Can It Be A Better Option for Initiation or Maintenance Dialysis Therapy?
- Source :
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Seminars in Dialysis . May/Jun2017, Vol. 30 Issue 3, p277-281. 5p. 2 Charts. - Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- Cumulative evidence indicates it may be worthwhile revisiting the twice-weekly hemodialysis (HD) regimen as a valid option for individualized or incremental treatments for selected patients with end-stage renal disease. In this article, we will review the current evidences on the potential pros and cons of twice-weekly HD compared to thrice-weekly HD including China's experience in the practice of twice-weekly HD. A prudent patient selection and close dialysis adequacy monitoring might be necessary for this medical treatment choice. More randomized prospective controlled studies for the critical evaluation of twice-weekly dialysis are encouraged. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 08940959
- Volume :
- 30
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Seminars in Dialysis
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 122859435
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/sdi.12588