Clinical risk factors and outcomes of massive ascites accumulation after discontinuation of peritoneal dialysis

Clinical risk factors and outcomes of massive ascites accumulation after discontinuation of peritoneal dialysis

Background Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is a serious complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD), with high morbidity and mortality that requires an early diagnosis for effective treatment. PD withdrawal and bacterial peritonitis are important triggers for the onset of EPS. However, few stu...

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Main Authors: Chien-Liang Chen, Nai-Ching Chen, Chih-Yang Hsu, Chien-Wei Huang, Po-Tsang Lee, Kang-Ju Chou, Hua-Chang Fang, Ming-Shan Chang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2020-01-01
Series:Renal Failure
Subjects:
ascites
encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis
peritoneal dialysis
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0886022X.2019.1700804

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