| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3850557 | American Journal of Kidney Diseases | 2008 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Kt/V calculated using actual body weight less than 1.7 in anuric peritoneal dialysis patients is associated with increased mortality and hospitalization. Use of ideal body weight to calculate Kt/V weakened the associations with outcomes and therefore cannot be recommended.
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Authors
Linda MD, MPH, Nasser MD, Fredric MD, Beth MD,