In:
Peritoneal Dialysis International: Journal of the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis, SAGE Publications, Vol. 25, No. 3_suppl ( 2005-02), p. 69-72
Abstract:
Since the publication of opinion-based guidelines regarding the timing of dialysis treatment, there has been a trend toward earlier initiation. ♦ Objective In this review, the existing guidelines and the currently published studies that evaluate them are discussed. ♦ Results These studies could not demonstrate a clear benefit on survival or quality of life for patients who started with relatively higher renal function. ♦ Conclusion Early start of dialysis treatment should not be confused with early referral to the nephrologist. It is concluded that initiation of dialysis should not depend on a predefined magnitude of renal function, but should be tailored to the individual patient.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0896-8608
,
1718-4304
DOI:
10.1177/089686080502503S17
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications
Publication Date:
2005
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2075957-5
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