Global epidemiology of end-stage kidney disease and disparities in kidney replacement therapy
Background: The global epidemiology of end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) reflects each
nation's unique genetic, environmental, lifestyle, and sociodemographic characteristics. The …
nation's unique genetic, environmental, lifestyle, and sociodemographic characteristics. The …
The current and future landscape of dialysis
The development of dialysis by early pioneers such as Willem Kolff and Belding Scribner set
in motion several dramatic changes in the epidemiology, economics and ethical frameworks …
in motion several dramatic changes in the epidemiology, economics and ethical frameworks …
Diagnosis, prevalence, and mortality of sarcopenia in dialysis patients: a systematic review and meta‐analysis
X Shu, T Lin, H Wang, Y Zhao, T Jiang… - Journal of cachexia …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
There is no consensus on the prevalence of sarcopenia or its impact on mortality in end‐
stage renal disease patients undergoing dialysis. This review aimed to summarize the …
stage renal disease patients undergoing dialysis. This review aimed to summarize the …
The impact of population ageing on the burden of chronic kidney disease
The burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its risk factors are projected to rise in
parallel with the rapidly ageing global population. By 2050, the prevalence of CKD category …
parallel with the rapidly ageing global population. By 2050, the prevalence of CKD category …
[HTML][HTML] Dialysis initiation, modality choice, access, and prescription: conclusions from a Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) Controversies …
Globally, the number of patients undergoing maintenance dialysis is increasing, yet
throughout the world there is significant variability in the practice of initiating dialysis. Factors …
throughout the world there is significant variability in the practice of initiating dialysis. Factors …
[HTML][HTML] Home dialysis: conclusions from a Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) controversies conference
Home dialysis modalities (home hemodialysis [HD] and peritoneal dialysis [PD]) are
associated with greater patient autonomy and treatment satisfaction compared with in-center …
associated with greater patient autonomy and treatment satisfaction compared with in-center …
[HTML][HTML] Peritoneal dialysis–related infection rates and outcomes: results from the Peritoneal Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (PDOPPS)
Rationale & Objective Peritoneal dialysis (PD)-related peritonitis carries high morbidity for
PD patients. Understanding the characteristics and risk factors for peritonitis can guide …
PD patients. Understanding the characteristics and risk factors for peritonitis can guide …
[HTML][HTML] Increasing access to integrated ESKD care as part of universal health coverage
The global nephrology community recognizes the need for a cohesive strategy to address
the growing problem of end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). In March 2018, the International …
the growing problem of end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). In March 2018, the International …
Managing anemia across the stages of kidney disease in those hyporesponsive to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents
MR Weir - American Journal of Nephrology, 2021 - karger.com
Background: Patients with CKD frequently have anemia that results from iron-restricted
erythropoiesis and inflammation. Anemia of CKD is currently managed with iron …
erythropoiesis and inflammation. Anemia of CKD is currently managed with iron …
[HTML][HTML] European guideline for the management of kidney transplant patients with HLA antibodies: by the European Society for Organ Transplantation Working Group
N Mamode, O Bestard, F Claas… - Transplant …, 2022 - frontierspartnerships.org
The proportion of highly sensitized patients presenting for transplantation is increasing.
Sensitization should be defined using a virtual parameter such as CRF, and solid phase …
Sensitization should be defined using a virtual parameter such as CRF, and solid phase …