Severe Hyperkalemia Rare Despite Dual RAAS Blockade
Analysis of data from the HALT PKD trial showed that 0% to 0.4% of patients experienced potassium levels above 6.5 mEq/L.
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Lower Pre-ESRD Hemoglobin Predicts Better Dialysis Patient Survival
Having hemoglobin 9-11 g/dL prior to dialysis provided the best life expectancy.
Red Cell Distribution Width Linked With Mortality in Dialysis
It is unclear whether RDW is a risk factor for early death or a byproduct of biological and metabolic imbalances.
Higher Triglycerides Linked With Lower Mortality in Early Dialysis
Veteran patients with levels below 100 mg/dL had a 26% higher risk of mortality compared with patients with triglyceride levels of 150-200 mg/dL.
Vitamin C Found to Decrease Erythropoietin Requirement
In a study, the mean hemoglobin level increased significantly in hemodialysis patients with functional iron deficiency.
Hyponatremia Prevalence in CKD Patients Characterized
It develops in 8% of patients overall and 15.1% of patients with stage 5 CKD.
Acute Kidney Injury More Likely in African Americans
Increased risk observed in the VA health system unlikely to be fully explained by disparities in access to care.
Moderate Ascorbic Acid Supplementation Safe, Effective in HD Patients
Up to 100 mg per day raises plasma concentrations of ascorbic acid without increasing oxalate levels.
Wearable Artificial Kidney Has Successful Human Trial
In a 24-hour exploratory trial, all 7 patients who wore the device remained hemodynamically stable over the study period.
Opioid Effective for Uremic Pruritus in Hemodialysis Patients
In an 8-week randomized trial, extended-release nalbuphine 120 mg BID significantly reduced itch severity compared with placebo.
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