| Theme |
Improving Plans for Lifestyle in Patients on Chronic Dialysis |
| Title |
Drinking and smoking by dialysis patients |
| 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. |