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Is rapid initiation of peritoneal dialysis feasible in unplanned dialysis patients? A single-centre experience

Thierry Lobbedez, A. Lecouf, Maxence Ficheux, Patrick Henri, B. H. de Ligny, J.-P. Ryckelynck

Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation · 2008 · 128 citations · 18 references

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Abstract

Peritoneal dialysis is a safe and efficient alternative to haemodialysis for unplanned dialysis patients. Peritoneal dialysis offers the advantage of reducing the need for tunnelled catheter in unplanned dialysis patients.

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Brad C. Astor, Joseph A. Eustace, Neil R. Powe et al. · Journal of the American Society of Nephrology · 2005 · 439 citations

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Vascular Access and All-Cause Mortality

Kevan R. Polkinghorne, Stephen P. McDonald, Robert C. Atkins et al. · Journal of the American Society of Nephrology · 2004 · 427 citations

Effect of starting with hemodialysis compared with peritoneal dialysis in patients new on dialysis treatment: A randomized controlled trial

Johanna C. Korevaar, Geert W. Feith, Friedo W. Dekker et al. · Kidney International · 2003 · 410 citations · Full text

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An Evaluation of an Integrative Care Approach for End-Stage Renal Disease Patients

Wim Van Biesen, Raymond Vanholder, Nic Veys et al. · Journal of the American Society of Nephrology · 2000 · 282 citations

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Impact of timing of nephrology referral and pre-ESRD care on mortality risk among new ESRD patients in the United States

Austin G. Stack · American Journal of Kidney Diseases · 2003 · 270 citations

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