Dialysis adequacy and homocyst(e)ine concentrations in peritoneal dialysis patients

Abstract

We observed a significant and prolonged reduction in Hcy concentrations by peritoneal dialysis in end-stage renal disease patients. The decrease in Hcy concentration was positively related to dialysis adequacy. This study suggests the possibility that dialysis adequacy may influence arteriosclerotic outcomes through an Hcy-lowering effect.