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Hemodialysis Adequacy
Publication Date: November 1, 2015
Last Updated: March 14, 2022
Recommendation Statements
Timing of Hemodialysis Initiation
Patients who reach CKD stage 4 (GFR < 30 mL/min/1.73 m2), including those who have imminent need for maintenance dialysis at the time of initial assessment, should receive education about kidney failure and options for its treatment, including kidney transplantation, PD, HD in the home or in-center, and conservative treatment. Patients' family members and caregivers also should be educated about treatment choices for kidney failure. (Not Graded)
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Overview
Title
Hemodialysis Adequacy
Authoring Organization
National Kidney Foundation
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