Inflammation and myocardial damage markers influence loss of residual renal function in peritoneal dialysis patients.

Background: Residual renal function (RRF) has been identified as the most important component in dialysis adequacy and has a strong effect on clinical outcomes. This justifies any effort in understanding the mechanism behind the preservation or decline in RRF. The aim of this study was to analyze the possible association of components of cardio-renal syndrome with the rate of decline in RRF.