Low Serum Potassium Levels and Clinical Outcomes in Peritoneal Dialysis—International Results from PDOPPS

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Authors

Simon Davies · Keele University

Junhui Zhao · Arbor Research Collaborative for Health

Hal Morgenstern · University of Michigan

Jarcy Zee · Arbor Research Collaborative for Health

Brian Bieber · Arbor Research Collaborative for Health

Douglas S. Fuller · Arbor Research Collaborative for Health

James A. Sloand

Abstract

Persistent hypokalemia is associated with higher mortality and peritonitis even after extensive adjustment for patient factors. Further studies are needed to elucidate mechanisms of these poorer outcomes and modifiable risk factors for persistent hypokalemia.

Topics & Keywords

Dialysis and Renal Disease Management Potassium and Related Disorders Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Kidney International Reports

Volume 6, Issue 2, pp. 313-324

DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2020.11.021

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