Citrate- vs. acetate-based dialysate in bicarbonate haemodialysis: consequences on haemodynamics, coagulation, acid-base status, and electrolytes

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>A concentrate for bicarbonate haemodialysis acidified with citrate instead of acetate has been marketed in recent years. The small amount of citrate used (one-fifth of the concentration adopted in regional anticoagulation) protects a...

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Main Authors: Alberio Lorenzo, Marone Claudio, Lucchini Barbara, Gabutti Luca, Burnier Michel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-03-01
Series:BMC Nephrology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2369/10/7