Systemic and local complement activation in peritoneal dialysis patients via conceivably distinct pathways
Bernardo Faria,
Mariana Gaya da Costa,
Anita H Meter-Arkema
et al.
Abstract:Background: Despite several advantages compared to haemodialysis (HD), peritoneal dialysis (PD) remains an underused dialysis technique due to its high technique failure rate related to membrane fibrosis and peritonitis events. Previous work has suggested a harmful role for the complement system in these processes, highlighting the need for a more comprehensive examination in PD. Methods: Plasma levels of C1q, mannose-binding lectin (MBL), Properdin, Factor D, C3d/C3-ratio and soluble membrane attack complex (… Show more
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