Effect of Ascorbic Acid on Mineral and Bone Disorders in Hemodialysis Patients: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Conclusion: Our systematic review and meta-analysis does not support prescription of AA to HD patients with CKD-MBD. AA had no positive effect on CKD-MBD patients as it couldn ’t influence the serum P or PTH levels but did raise serum Ca levels in the short-term.Kidney Blood Press Res 2018;43:1459 –1471
Source: Kidney and Blood Pressure Research - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research