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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Clinical Nutrition

Background:

  • Lactate-based peritoneal dialysis solutions (PDFs) rely on hepatic metabolism for conversion to bicarbonate.
  • Hepatic dysfunction or risk of lactate accumulation necessitates alternative dialysis solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent literature on laboratory findings and clinical experiences with bicarbonate-containing PDFs.
  • To evaluate the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of bicarbonate-based solutions compared to lactate-based ones.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on bicarbonate-containing PDFs.
  • Analysis of laboratory findings and clinical data.

Main Results:

  • Bicarbonate-based PDFs are safe and well-tolerated.
  • They provide superior correction of severe metabolic acidosis compared to lactate-based PDFs.
  • Potential benefits include improved nutrition, enhanced growth in pediatric end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, preserved residual renal function, and possibly increased ultrafiltration and reduced peritonitis rates.

Conclusions:

  • Bicarbonate-containing PDFs are a safe and effective option, particularly for patients with metabolic acidosis and hepatic dysfunction.
  • Further prospective studies are encouraged to fully elucidate the benefits of these solutions in peritoneal dialysis.