Hydrostatic pressure gradient ultrafiltration device: A novel approach for extracellular fluid removal

The effectiveness of diuretic treatment can decrease over time due to reduced tubular luminal concentrations, distal tubular adaptation, uremia and increased central venous pressure.1 Diuretic resistance is associated with insufficient symptom relief, higher risk of HF worsening, and increased morbidity (re-hospitalization rates) and mortality.2,3
Source: The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation - Category: Transplant Surgery Authors: Source Type: research