Correlation of Serum Albumin Levels With Laboratory Parameters in Automated Peritoneal Dialysis and Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Background Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a treatment option for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, with automated peritoneal dialysis (APD) and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) being the two main modalities. APD has reported benefits such as reduced peritonitis rates, improved ultrafiltration, and enhanced quality of life. However, some studies have found potential negative consequences of APD, and the impact on survival outcomes is limited and contradictory.

Impact of the Prognostic Nutritional Index on Postoperative Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Heart Surgery.

Background Malnutrition is associated with adverse outcomes in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. The prognostic nutritional index (PNI) is a validated tool for assessing nutritional status in cardiovascular diseases. This study aims to evaluate the prognostic value of PNI in heart surgery patients, including mortality rate, length of hospital and ICU stays, and infection rate, while investigating correlations with demographic and clinical characteristics.