The Use of a Tablet Computer Platform to Optimize the Care of Patients Receiving Peritoneal Dialysis: A Pilot Study

A tablet computer platform is a feasible concept for continuous ambulatory PD. The major components include flexibility, advanced infrastructure, two-way communication, and real-time interaction. This may encourage more patients to take up PD as their preferred modality of therapy for end-stage renal disease. Modifications to enhance use will be incorporated in subsequent versions.