Key result
Exercise training in hemodialysis patients significantly improved peak VO2 (mean difference 5.22 mL O2/kg/min; 95% CI 3.86-6.59; P<0.00001) and was safe with no exercise-associated deaths.
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Exercise training warrants routine integration into haemodialysis care; extends Level 1 evidence for functional and QoL gains.
Meta-Analysis (n=565)
Mean Difference: 5.22 (95% CI 3.86–6.59)
p-value: p=< 0.00001
Smart et al. (2011) conducted a meta-analysis in Hemodialysis (n=565). Exercise training vs. Control was evaluated on Peak VO2 (MD 5.22, 95% CI 3.86, 6.59, p=< 0.00001). Exercise training in hemodialysis patients significantly improved peak VO2 (mean difference 5.22 mL O2/kg/min; 95% CI 3.86-6.59; P<0.00001) and was safe with no exercise-associated deaths.
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