Peripheral artery disease in peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis patients: single-center retrospective study in Taiwan

Peripheral artery disease in peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis patients: single-center retrospective study in Taiwan

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition characterized by restricted blood flow to the extremities, and is especially common in the elderly. PAD increases the risk for mortality and morbidity in patients with end-stage renal di...

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Main Authors: Lee Chun-Chuan, Wu Chih-Jen, Chou Li-Hua, Shen Su-Mei, Chiang Sheng-Fang, Jen Pi-Chu, Yeh Mei-Ching, Pan Chi-Feng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-09-01
Series:BMC Nephrology
Subjects:
Ankle-brachial pressure index (ABI)
Cardiovascular disease
End-stage renal disease
Hemodialysis
Peritoneal dialysis
Peripheral artery disease
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2369/13/100

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