Key factors to improve survival of elderly patients on CAPD

The adequacy of dialysis is a primary concern when caring for patients undergoing CAPD. It is also important to analyze the key factors, which will reflect on the prognosis of elderly patients on CAPD. In this study, 60 CAPD patients were examined. The peritoneal and residual renal clearance of these patients were calculated every six months. These patients were divided into three groups (G-1 = poor, G-2 = fairly good, G-3 = good) according to their clinical parameter scores using a s-albumin,Ht,LBW, and s-cholesterol level. This study showed that the values of (KT/V) urea and Curea showed no statistical differences. These results therefore indicate that the major reason for the poor outcome in elderly patients is due to low dietary protein intake.