Hemodialysis versus peritoneal dialysis in elderly ESRD patients: a retrospective cohort study on survival and the role of comorbidities

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• Survival analysis highlights differences in outcomes for hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients.
• Elderly patients with end-stage renal disease experience varying survival rates influenced by their comorbidities.
• The observational analysis examines a cohort with distinct health backgrounds to provide insights into dialysis choices.
• Findings suggest comorbidities play a crucial role in determining survival outcomes between dialysis modalities.