Why the study?
Does isolated ultrafiltration alter Doppler-derived indices of left ventricular diastolic function in asymptomatic patients on haemodialysis?
Population
11 asymptomatic and stable patients on haemodialysis (HD)
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
5 hours
Authors
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Fluid status should inform timing and interpretation of Doppler diastolic indices in hemodialysis; supports preload sensitivity but leaves clinical impact open.
Does isolated ultrafiltration alter Doppler-derived indices of left ventricular diastolic function in asymptomatic patients on haemodialysis?
Isolated ultrafiltration significantly alters volume-sensitive Doppler indices of LV diastolic function (Emax and IVRT), highlighting the importance of fluid status when assessing diastolic function in hemodialysis patients.
Ojanen et al. (2004) studied this question.
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