Use of erythropoietin in the correction of anemia in pre-dialysis patients
Joint Authors
Timothy Paul, T.
Shahin, Faysal A. M.
Ramprasad, K. S.
Source
Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation
Issue
Vol. 6, Issue 3 (30 Jun. 1995), pp.298-303, 6 p.
Publisher
Saudi Center for Organ Transplantation
Publication Date
1995-06-30
Country of Publication
Saudi Arabia
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Topics
Abstract EN
Anemia is a well recognized complication of chronic renal failure (CRF).
Although the use of erythropoietin (EPO) in the treatment of anemia in patients on dialysis is well established, its use in pre-dialysis patients is less well recognized.
The preferred route of administration of EPO in pre-dialysis patients is subcutaneous and it is indicated in any patient with CRF who is symptomatic of anemia.
Studies have shown that EPO is effective in correcting anemia in these patients with a considerable improvement in qualityof-life scores.
There have been no deleterious effects on blood pressure or rate of decline of renal function.
However, these two indices should be monitored closely.
Common causes of treatment failure include iron deficiency, blood loss and occult sepsis.
The available evidence indicates that EPO therapy is safe and effective in the treatment of anemia in predialysis patients.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Timothy Paul, T.& Ramprasad, K. S.& Shahin, Faysal A. M.. 1995. Use of erythropoietin in the correction of anemia in pre-dialysis patients. Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation،Vol. 6, no. 3, pp.298-303.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Timothy Paul, T.…[et al.]. Use of erythropoietin in the correction of anemia in pre-dialysis patients. Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation Vol. 5, no. 2 (December 1994), pp.298-303.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Timothy Paul, T.& Ramprasad, K. S.& Shahin, Faysal A. M.. Use of erythropoietin in the correction of anemia in pre-dialysis patients. Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation. 1995. Vol. 6, no. 3, pp.298-303.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 300-303
Record ID
BIM-212002