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Peritoneal dialysis.

R Gokal1, N P Mallick

  • 1Department of Renal Medicine, Manchester Royal Infirmary, UK.

Lancet (London, England)
|August 25, 1999
PubMed
Summary
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Peritoneal dialysis is a key renal replacement therapy with survival rates matching hemodialysis. Advances address complications, improving long-term patient outcomes and suitability for more individuals.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Renal Replacement Therapy
  • Dialysis Technology

Background:

  • Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a major renal replacement therapy (RRT) in the UK, used by nearly half of all dialysis patients.
  • Patient survival with PD is now comparable to hemodialysis (HD).
  • Long-term PD (>8 years) is challenging for many due to complications like peritonitis, access issues, inadequate dialysis, and patient-related factors, leading to dropout to HD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current status and advancements in peritoneal dialysis.
  • To highlight improvements in PD techniques and outcomes.
  • To emphasize the integral role of PD in RRT programs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical practice in peritoneal dialysis.

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  • Analysis of factors influencing long-term PD patient retention.
  • Discussion of recent technological and therapeutic advancements in PD.

    • Main Results:

    • Peritoneal dialysis survival rates are now equivalent to hemodialysis.
    • Despite advancements, long-term PD is limited by specific complications and patient factors.
    • Improvements in understanding peritoneal membrane physiology have driven progress in dialysis delivery, biocompatible fluids, and automated PD.

    Conclusions:

    • Peritoneal dialysis is a well-established and effective RRT modality.
    • Ongoing technical and therapeutic advancements are mitigating PD complications and improving patient retention.
    • Peritoneal dialysis should be considered a core component of comprehensive RRT strategies.