Peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis rates and outcomes in a national cohort are not improving in the post-millennium (2000-2007).

Background: Peritoneal dialysis (PD)-related peritonitis remains the leading cause of technique failure and a significant cause of morbidity among PD patients. Rates in the literature vary, reflecting differences in study design and in populations. The objective of the present study was to determine peritonitis incidence and outcomes in Scotland and to compare them with national guidelines.

Hemochromatosis gene mutations and treatment of anemia in patients on hemodialysis.

Hemochromatosis causes iron overload by enhanced intestinal absorption. This study examined erythropoietin and intravenous (i.v.

Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis in the new millennium: a national cohort study.

Background And Objectives: The study aim was to establish the incidence and characterize all encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) cases in patients treated by peritoneal dialysis (PD).

Design, Setting, Participants, & Measurements: The patient cohort, which started PD from January 1, 2000, to December 31, 2007, was identified from the Scottish Renal Registry (n = 1238). Possible EPS cases were identified by the ten adult Scottish renal units.