Does Frequent HD Boost Quality of Life? YES

As with nearly every other study, a new paper from the Frequent Hemodialysis Network trial looked at HRQOL among patients randomized to conventional vs. 6x/week HD (N=245) or 6x/week nocturnal vs. conventional home HD (N=87). After one year, patients who dialyzed more often had higher HRQOL than those on standard HD—and shorter recovery after each treatment.

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