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Patients that were overhydrated had higher cTnT, and had deaths that were more likely to be cardiac related. Reduction in OH correlated with lowering of cTnT.

BIS and ULC may be complementary, providing different information, whereas BIS may be more specific to hydration. ULC and NT-proBNP may indicate left ventricular failure coexisting with overhydration.

Lack of motivation predicted peritonitis particularly if associated with depression. Further studies are required focusing on specific motivation scoring schemes and the psychosocial support that might lead to better outcomes.