Randomized controlled trials for comparison of laparoscopic versus conventional open catheter placement in peritoneal dialysis patients: a meta-analysis

Abstract Background The application of laparoscopic catheterization technology in peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients has recently increased. However, the advantages and disadvantages of laparoscopic versus conventional open PD catheter placement are still controversial. The aim of this meta-analysis...

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Main Authors: Mei-Lan Sun, Yong Zhang, Bo Wang, Te-An Ma, Hong Jiang, Shou-Liang Hu, Piao Zhang, Yan-Hong Tuo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-02-01
Series:BMC Nephrology
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12882-020-01724-w