Publications by authors named "Lotte Dahmen"
Background: Determination of the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is a simple diagnostic tool for estimating systemic inflammation. It remains unclear whether ESR is influenced by renal disease or renal replacement therapy (RRT).
Objective: To report the incidence and extent of ESR elevations in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the possible impact of RRT.