Urgent Start PD Takes on Urgent Start HD—Which One Wins?

A new meta-analysis examines survival vs. urgent start HD (which is experienced by an estimated 50%-60% of U.S. dialyzors). Pooled data from seven studies identified “a statistically significant reduced risk of all-cause mortality in patients undergoing urgent-start PD as compared to urgent-start HD.” While infectious complications did not differ, there was a significantly reduced risk of mechanical complications with PD.

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Tags: Urgent Start PD, Urgent Start HD, Survival, All cause Mortality, Mechanical Complications