The peritoneal dialysis procedure and complication in children
Journal Title: Online Turkish Journal of Health Sciences - Year 2019, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Nowadays, the use of peritoneal dialysis in the treatment of renal failure is increasing in children. However, the use of peritoneal dialysis is associated with high complication rates. Most frequently, revision of catheter is required because of peritonit, occlusion of catheter and migration of catheter. The aim of this study was to describe clues of peritoneal catheter insertion procedure and appropriate types of catheter for decreasing rates of complication.
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