Current Practice and Outcomes of Peritoneal Dialysis in the Nippon Medical School Musashi Kosugi Hospital.

CONCLUSION: The findings of this study revealed that assessment of the nutritional status of the patient and prevention of peritonitis are important for continuation of PD. PD is a safe treatment option that can maintain the quality of life in elderly patients. In a rapidly aging society, the need for PD-based medical care is expected to increase.
PMID: 29731493 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Journal of Nippon Medical School - May 8, 2018 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Sumi Y, Sakai Y, Mugishima K, Suzuki A, Otsuka Y, Otsuka T, Tsuruoka S Tags: J Nippon Med Sch Source Type: research