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Nocturnal intermittent peritoneal dialysis

G Woodrow1, J H Turney, J A Cook

  • 1Renal Unit, Leeds General Infirmary, UK.

Nephrology, Dialysis, Transplantation : Official Publication of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association - European Renal Association
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Nocturnal intermittent peritoneal dialysis (NIPD) offers a viable alternative to continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD), particularly for patients with ultrafiltration issues or high abdominal pressure. While NIPD shows slightly worse biochemical control, its significantly lower peritonitis rate makes it a valuable treatment option.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Renal Replacement Therapy

Background:

  • Automated peritoneal dialysis methods have emerged as alternatives to continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD).
  • Nocturnal intermittent peritoneal dialysis (NIPD) involves a nocturnal exchange of 15-25 liters of dialysate, leaving the peritoneum dry during the day.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the clinical experience with NIPD in 47 patients.
  • To evaluate NIPD as an alternative treatment for CAPD failure or social reasons.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 47 patients treated with NIPD.
  • Comparison of biochemical control and peritonitis rates between NIPD and CAPD.
  • Analysis of conversion success rates from CAPD to NIPD.

Main Results:

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  • NIPD patients showed higher phosphate, creatinine, and potassium levels compared to CAPD.
  • The peritonitis rate on NIPD was significantly lower (1 episode per 47.1 months) than on CAPD (1 episode per 17.5 months).
  • Successful conversion from CAPD to NIPD occurred in all patients with high intra-abdominal pressure issues and in 6/9 with poor ultrafiltration.

Conclusions:

  • NIPD is an effective treatment option, especially for patients experiencing complications with CAPD.
  • The reduced peritonitis rate with NIPD may offset its increased cost.
  • NIPD provides a valuable alternative for managing end-stage renal disease patients requiring peritoneal dialysis.