Severe AKI in Young ICU Patients Predicts Higher Mortality
The condition also is associated with greater use of renal-replacement therapy and mechanical ventilation.
Print Issue: December 01, 2016
Optimal Vitamin C Dose for Anemia in Hemodialysis Patients Unclear
Pending future research, patients should avoid taking more than 120 mg per day.
Early RRT for AKI May Lower Risk of Dialysis Dependence
It also may shorten intensive care unit and hospital length of stay versus late RRT in critically ill patients, meta-analysis reveals.
Calciphylaxis Risk Higher in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients
Their risk of the rare but life-threatening condition is twice as high as in hemodialysis patients.
Hyponatremia Identified as Kidney Stone Risk Factor
Studies also link kidney stone development to osteoporosis and proton pump inhibitor use.
Hypo- , Hyperkalemia Linked to ESRD
The risks of death from any cause were elevated by 22% and 31% for individuals with serum potassium levels of 5.5 mmol/L and 3.2 mmol/L, respectively, compared with 4.2 mmol/L.
Urea May Offer Cheaper Option for Long-Term SIADH Treatment
Researchers present results from the first long-term study of Urea USP in the United States.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Explain Hemodialysis Obesity Paradox
Study reveals a link between higher BMI in HD patients and greater incorporation of omega-3 fatty acids into red blood cell membranes.
Hyperkalemia Increases Death Risk
Death risk increased markedly once serum potassium values exceeded 5.5 mEq/L.
Blood Pressure Reductions With Patiromer Possibly Explained
Evidence suggests decreased sodium absorption could be a contributing factor in at least some patients.
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