The relationship between aortic knob width and various demographic, clinical, and laboratory parameters in stable hemodialysis patients.

In conclusion, AKW is increased in HD patients when compared with the normal population. These preliminary findings may enhance the use of chest radiography as a screening method, and if confirmed, can assist risk stratification in HD patients. PMID: 25394433 [PubMed - in process]

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25394433?dopt=Abstract

Source: Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation - November 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Afsar B, Saglam M, Yuceturk C, Agca E Tags: Saudi J Kidney Dis Transpl Source Type: research