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Objectives This chapter will: 1. Discuss the major complications of peritoneal dialysis pertinent to critical care. 2. Describe the principles underlying the management of these complications. 3. Review preventive measures to minimize complications in this population. Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is…
Objectives This chapter will: 1. Explain the overall role of peritoneal dialysis in acute kidney injury. 2. Describe the concept of dialysis dose and efficiency as it relates to peritoneal dialysis. 3. Discuss the shortcomings of urea kinetics in assessing…