Total Convection Affects Serum β2 Microglobulin and C-Reactive Protein but Not Erythropoietin Requirement following Post-Dilutional Hemodiafiltration.

CONCLUSIONS: Ol-HDF induces a long-term significant reduction in pre-dialysis β2M and hsCRP concentrations. The magnitude of reduction is directly correlated to the amount of TCV achieved but not on eKt/V. The observed reduction in ESAdose requirement is independent either on convection or diffusion, but is directly associated to the concomitant reduction of inflammation. © 2015 S. Karger AG, Basel.
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Source: American Journal of Nephrology - August 5, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Movilli E, Camerini C, Gaggia P, Zubani R, Feller P, Salviani C, Facchini A, Cancarini G Tags: Am J Nephrol Source Type: research