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Peritoneal dialysis solutions.

M H Gault

    Canadian Medical Association Journal
    |February 3, 1973
    PubMed
    Summary
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    New peritoneal dialysis solutions with adjusted sodium and lactate levels may reduce complications like hyperglycemia and hypovolemia. These optimized formulations aim to improve patient outcomes in renal failure treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Commercially prepared peritoneal dialysis solutions can cause preventable complications.
    • Current solution compositions contribute to issues such as hypovolemia, hyperglycemia, hypernatremia, and alkalosis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose revised compositions for peritoneal dialysis solutions.
    • To reduce the incidence of treatment-related complications in patients with renal failure.

    Main Methods:

    • Advocating for specific electrolyte and buffer concentrations in dialysis solutions.
    • Suggesting adjustments to dextrose concentrations and elimination of higher percentages.

    Main Results:

    • Proposed solutions contain sodium 132, calcium 3.5, magnesium 1.5, chloride 102, and lactate/acetate 35 mEq./L, with dextrose at 1.5% or 4.25% concentration.

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  • Eliminating 7% dextrose and reducing sodium and lactate concentrations are expected to mitigate complications.

    • Conclusions:

    • Revised peritoneal dialysis solution compositions can potentially decrease adverse events.
    • Simplifying the range of available solutions may streamline procedures and reduce costs.