Perceptions of pediatric nephrologists regarding timing of dialysis initiation in children in Canada

Conclusions Variability exists in Canada regarding the importance and threshold of eGFR guiding the decision as to when to start dialysis in children, whereas patient symptoms are almost universally important to pediatric nephrologists’ decision-making. Additional studies evaluating outcomes of children starting dialysis earlier vs. later are needed to standardize decision-making and care for children with kidney failure.
Source: Canadian Journal of Kidney Health and Disease - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research