Extended Home Hemodialysis Improves Survival Outcomes Than In-Center Hemodialysis
A recent study published in the Kidney International Reports found that extended home hemodialysis (HHD) significantly improves the survival rates and overall outcomes of patients compared to in-center hemodialysis (ICHD). This discovery is set to revolutionize the way we approach treatment for patients with kidney disease.
More frequent and longer hemodialysis sessions have long been associated with better clinical outcomes for patients on dialysis. However, the adoption of home-based treatments like HHD has been limited on a global scale. This study aimed to address the gap by comparing thrice-weekly extended HHD with ICHD in a large patient population with a long-term follow-up.
The study, which included 349 patients starting HHD between 2010 and 2014, matched with 1047 concurrent patients on ICHD using propensity scores. Patients were followed up from their respective baselines until September 30, 2018.
The primary outcome was overall survival. Secondary outcomes included technique survival, hospitalization rates, and changes in clinical, laboratory, and medication parameters.
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