Mode of initial renal replacement therapy and transplant outcomes in the chronic kidney disease in children (CKiD) study
ConclusionCKiD subjects undergo PKT more often compared to nationally-reported rates, and are more likely to receive a kidney transplant within 1 year of starting dialysis. African-American race and lower household-income are associated with decreased access to PKT.
Source: Pediatric Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
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