Clinical Clue and Predictive Blood Count of Hemodialysis Cathether-Related Infection: Case Series
Nadya Vanessa,
Tatag Primiawan
Abstract:Most patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) require renal replacement therapy. Majority of hemodialysis initiation is done through a dialysis catheter access. The use of catheters double lumen (CDL) for hemodialysis has several potential complications, including infection. Catheter related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) is associated with increased morbidity and mortality in CKD patients. CRBSI therapy should not be delayed, including delays due to waiting for culture results to confirm the diagnosis. Sever… Show more
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