Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3848290 | American Journal of Kidney Diseases | 2013 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
Long-term peritoneal dialysis therapy can lead to alterations in the function and morphology of the peritoneal membrane. Assessment of the peritoneal dialysis membrane usually is done by investigating the transport of small solutes and fluid. Assessment of morphologic alterations and their development would require repetitive peritoneal biopsies that usually are not feasible. Peritoneal tissues are bathed in dialysis solutions during peritoneal dialysis and may secrete or shed substances that can be recovered in peritoneal effluent. These molecular effluent biomarkers may give insight into morphologic changes. In this review, established and emerging candidate biomarkers in peritoneal dialysis are discussed. Additionally, requirements, challenges, and clinical applications of effluent biomarkers in peritoneal dialysis are addressed.
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Authors
Deirisa MSc, Raymond T. MD, PhD,