Serial measurement of electrolyte and citrate concentrations in blood-primed continuous hemodialysis circuits during closed-circuit dialysis

ConclusionsFor closed-circuit dialysis using an RBC solution, the formula [dialysate flow rate (mL/min)  × time of dialysis (min)]/extracorporeal volume (mL) would be a better parameter to estimate efficacy, compared with other metrics. Additionally, the citrate concentration can be readily estimated from the ionized calcium concentration during closed-circuit dialysis.
Source: Pediatric Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research