Low immunoglobulin G concentrations are not associated with an increased risk of peritoneal dialysis-related peritonitis.

Background: Peritonitis is a common and severe complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD) and is associated with high morbidity and sometimes also with mortality. Identification of risk factors, as well as protective mechanisms for peritonitis, is important to reduce peritonitis-induced morbidity. According to the current literature, IgG concentrations might be associated with peritonitis in PD-treated patients.

Impact of telehealth interventions added to peritoneal dialysis-care: a systematic review.

Background: Telehealth could potentially increase independency and autonomy of patients treated with peritoneal dialysis (PD). Moreover, it might improve clinical and economic outcomes. The demand for telehealth modalities accelerated significantly in the recent COVID-19 pandemic.