| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3277576 | Nutrition | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The folic acid therapy protocol effectively lowered plasma homocysteine levels and improved the total plasma antioxidant capacity in hemodialysis patients. Further studies are required to assess the usefulness of folic acid for decreasing cardiovascular mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease.
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Authors
Vinicius Daher Ph.D., Areuza Célia Ph.D., Altair Jacob Ph.D., Décio Sabbatini Ph.D., Rosana Aiko M.Sc., Tiemi Ph.D.,