Energy content estimation by collegians for portion standardized foods frequently consumed in Korea.

The purpose of this study is to estimate Korean collegians' knowledge of energy content in the standard portion size of foods frequently consumed in Korea and to investigate the differences in knowledge between gender groups. A total of 600 collegians participated in this study. Participants' knowledge was assessed based on their estimation on the energy content of 30 selected food items with their actual-size photo images.

Effects of icodextrin on patient survival and technique success in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.

Background: Many studies have suggested clinical benefits of icodextrin in peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients regarding fluid management, glycaemic control and metabolic improvement. However, reports on whether icodextrin can improve patient and technique survival is sparse.

Methods: A total of 2163 patients from 54 centres in Korea who initiated PD from July 2003 to December 2006 were enrolled.

Mortality and technique failure in peritoneal dialysis patients using advanced peritoneal dialysis solutions.

Background: Despite the theoretical benefits of biocompatible physiological-pH bicarbonate/lactate-buffered (B/L) peritoneal dialysis solution, there is only limited evidence supporting a superior clinical outcome associated with its use.

Study Design: Observational study.

Settings & Participants: 2,163 patients starting peritoneal dialysis therapy between July 2003 and December 2006 from 54 centers in Korea were enrolled.