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Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis catheters in children
Archives of Surgery (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|December 1, 1983
Summary
Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is a superior treatment for pediatric end-stage renal disease compared to hemodialysis. CAPD offers greater activity freedom, fewer hospitalizations, and is more cost-effective, with minimal complications when specific techniques are used.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- Dialysis Techniques
Background:
- End-stage renal disease (ESRD) in children requires effective renal replacement therapy.
- Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) and hemodialysis are primary treatment options.
- Evaluating the efficacy and safety of CAPD in pediatric populations is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the effectiveness and safety of CAPD in children younger than 21 years.
- To compare CAPD with hemodialysis in terms of activity, complications, and cost.
- To identify common complications and methods to minimize them.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective clinical experience review of 35 pediatric subjects undergoing CAPD over two years.
- Analysis of clinical outcomes, including activity levels, complications, and hospitalization rates.
- Evaluation of cost-effectiveness and patient-months of catheter usage.
Main Results:
- CAPD demonstrated superiority over hemodialysis, allowing greater patient activity and fewer hospitalizations.
- No mortality or significant morbidity was observed during 386 patient-months of CAPD.
- Common complications included exit site infections, peritonitis, and hernias, often manageable with minor surgery.
Conclusions:
- CAPD is an effective and advantageous treatment for pediatric end-stage renal disease.
- Specific operative techniques for catheter placement and initial dialysate volume management can minimize complications.
- CAPD offers a favorable balance of efficacy, safety, and cost for treating children with ESRD.