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1Department of Nephrology, Cairns Hospital, Cairns, Queensland, Australia; Department of Nephrology, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, Queensland, Australia; Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, Queensland, Australia.
Abstract:
Peritoneal dialysis is an important form of kidney replacement therapy. Most patients presenting with an unplanned, urgent need for dialysis are prescribed haemodialysis, leading to peritoneal dialysis underutilisation. Urgent-start peritoneal dialysis refers to treatment that is commenced within 2 weeks of catheter placement. Urgent-start peritoneal dialysis represents an efficacious, cost-effective alternative to the conventional approach of commencing dialysis. There is a paucity of evidence to guide management, however experience with the technique is increasing. This article overviews the rationale and practical application of urgent-start peritoneal dialysis.
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