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Optimization of the convection volume in online post-dilution haemodiafiltration: practical and technical issues
Isabelle Chapdelaine1, Camiel L M de Roij van Zuijdewijn1, Ira M Mostovaya2
1Department of Nephrology , VU University Medical Center , Amsterdam , The Netherlands.
Abstract:
In post-dilution online haemodiafiltration (ol-HDF), a relationship has been demonstrated between the magnitude of the convection volume and survival. However, to achieve high convection volumes (>22 L per session) detailed notion of its determining factors is highly desirable. This manuscript summarizes practical problems and pitfalls that were encountered during the quest for high convection volumes. Specifically, it addresses issues such as type of vascular access, needles, blood flow rate, recirculation, filtration fraction, anticoagulation and dialysers. Finally, five of the main HDF systems in Europe are briefly described as far as HDF prescription and optimization of the convection volume is concerned.
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