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Recommendations for prevention and management of COVID-19 in peritoneal dialysis patients

Xue-Li Lai1, Hai-Yan Wang1, Zhi-Yong Guo1

  • 1Department of Nephrology, Shanghai Changhai Hospital, Shanghai 200433, China.

Chronic Diseases and Translational Medicine
|May 7, 2020
PubMed

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Patients on peritoneal dialysis face high infection risks during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study provides critical recommendations for managing these vulnerable patients, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The World Health Organization declared coronavirus disease (COVID-19) a pandemic on March 11, 2020.
  • Peritoneal dialysis patients possess compromised immune systems, increasing susceptibility to infections and associated morbidity.
  • The critical nature of COVID-19 necessitates urgent prevention and management strategies for this patient population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop evidence-based recommendations for the management of patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To address the unique challenges and vulnerabilities of peritoneal dialysis patients in the context of a global viral outbreak.
  • To synthesize current knowledge on COVID-19 and clinical experience with prior coronavirus epidemics.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of published research on COVID-19.
  • Analysis of clinical practices employed during previous coronavirus outbreaks.
  • Expert consensus and synthesis of information to formulate management guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Identification of key risk factors for COVID-19 infection in peritoneal dialysis patients.
  • Development of specific protocols for COVID-19 prevention tailored to this group.
  • Outline of management strategies for infected peritoneal dialysis patients, including treatment adjustments and isolation procedures.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of COVID-19 in peritoneal dialysis patients requires a proactive and informed approach.
  • Implementing tailored prevention and treatment protocols is crucial to mitigate morbidity and mortality.
  • Continuous adaptation of clinical practices based on emerging evidence is essential for patient safety.

Keywords:
Coronavirus disease 2019Novel coronavirusPeritoneal dialysisPneumonia

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