Why the study?
Does long haemodialysis improve interdialysis blood pressure control in haemodialysis patients?
Population
91 non-selected haemodialysis patients, mean age 58.7 years, 14% incidence of nephrosclerosis and diabetes…
Comparison
Long haemodialysis sessions vs Casual predialysis blood pressure measurements…
Design
Cohort
Authors
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Supports hypothesis that extended HD improves interdialytic BP control; leaves open effects on cardiovascular outcomes.
Does long haemodialysis improve interdialysis blood pressure control in haemodialysis patients?
Long haemodialysis sessions (3x8 hours/week) achieve excellent interdialysis blood pressure control comparable to normotensive subjects without the need for antihypertensive medications, though circadian blood pressure rhythms remain abnormal.
Chazot et al. (1995) studied this question.
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