| Theme | Present Status of Peritoneal Dialysis in Japan | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Clinical experiences using icodextrin based solution for peritoneal dialysis | |
| Publish Date | 2008/02 | |
| Author | Ryuichi Furuya | Renal Division, Department of Internal Medicine, Iwata City Hospital |
| Author | Akira Hishida | First Department of Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine |
| [ Summary ] | Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in peritoneal dialysis patients. Fluid management was easier using an icodextrin based solution. Furthermore, an icodextrin based solution has beneficial effects on cardiovascular risk factors, such as glucose and lipid metabolism, as well as adipocytokine metabolism. The effects of icodextrin based solutions on the incidence of cardiovascular events should be evaluated in the near future. | |