| Theme | Improving Plans for Lifestyle in Patients on Chronic Dialysis | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Drinking and smoking by dialysis patients | |
| Publish Date | 2012/08 | |
| Author | Chie Saito | University of Tsukuba, Department of Nephrology, Division of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine |
| [ Summary ] | The degree of alcohol consumption recommended for dialysis patients should be determined in light of their overall condition, especially fluid and mineral balances. Addiction to nicotine should itself be considered a disease condition. Since smoking is a risk factor related to mortality, smoking cessation techniques should be employed. | |