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Complications of Peritoneal Dialysis: Prevention and Management
Presented by Dr. Rekha PaladuguViews
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Case Description
“Complications of Peritoneal Dialysis: Prevention and Management” focuses on recognizing, addressing, and minimizing the common and serious challenges associated with peritoneal dialysis therapy. The session covers infectious complications such as peritonitis and exit-site infections, as well as...
Case Summary
- Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a home-based dialysis option using a catheter inserted into the peritoneum to facilitate fluid exchange via PD bags. This process utilizes the peritoneal membrane as a dialyzing surface, removing waste products and excess fluid. PD complications are classified as mechanical/catheter-related, pressure-related, metabolic/membrane dysfunction, encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS), and miscellaneous systemic issues.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Rekha Paladugu
Senior Consultant Nephrologist, Renal Transplant physician American Board certified in Nephrology and Internal Medicine (ABIM) AIG Hospitals, HyderabadDisclosures
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