Continuous hemodiafiltration as a rescue therapy for patients with cardiopulmonary failure caused by enterovirus-71: a retrospective observational study in a PICU

Abstract Background Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) remains a burdensome health issue in mainland China. Enterovirus71 (EV-A71) is the main pathogen of severe HFMD. Continuous hemofiltration improves fluid overload, restores kidney function and alleviates inflammatory reactions. The aim of the p...

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Main Authors: Chunxia Wang, Yun Cui, Yan Zhu, Fei Wang, Qunfang Rong, Yucai Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-10-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12879-019-4519-9