A safe and effective protocol for postdilution hemofiltration with regional citrate anticoagulation
Abstract Background Regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) is recommended during continuous renal replacement therapy. Compared to systemic anticoagulation, RCA provides a longer filter lifespan with the risk of metabolic alkalosis and impaired calcium homeostasis. Surprisingly, most RCA protocols a...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-07-01
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Series: | BMC Nephrology |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12882-024-03659-y |