Intradialytic Hypotension
Hemodiafiltration improves on cardiovascular, overall survival vs. high-flux hemodialysis
Hemodiafiltration may be associated with better cardiovascular and overall survival vs. high-flux hemodialysis for patients on dialysis, according to a European Renal Association consensus statement.
Women on hemodialysis may have more headaches, dry skin than men
Women on in-center hemodialysis generally may experience more headaches and other symptoms than men, according to results of a published cluster study.
Intradialytic hypotension, mortality not linked in younger patients on hemodialysis
Intradialytic hypotension and mortality in adolescents and young adults with kidney failure requiring hemodialysis share no significant connection, a recently published study found.
Intradialytic meals remain controversial
BOSTON — While experts have shared varying advice about eating during dialysis, there are not enough data to resolve this controversy, according to a presenter at the National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings.