Patient-Centered Home Hemodialysis: Approaches and Prescription

What is it about?

Writing an HHD prescription is a complex, multifactorial process that requires the incorporation of patient values, preferences, and lifestyle. Knowledge of the different options available in terms of HHD modality (conventional, nocturnal, short daily, and alternate nightly) is also important when customizing a prescription. Finally, an understanding of the different HHD machines currently approved for use at home, their different attributes and limitations help guide providers when formulating their prescriptions. In this review article, we set out to address these different aspects to help guide providers in providing a patient-centered HHD approach.

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