dialysis

FAQs about Dialysis Patients

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We’ve just started a new academic year, so now’s a good time to review some uncertainties and myths surrounding the care of dialysis patients. Hey the patient is on chronic dialysis = total kidney failure, therefore iodinated CT contrast is A-Okay? It depends. Residual kidney function (the patient still has urine output) means better outcomes … Read more

If you give a patient calcium…

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You have to tell them when to take it. My prior blog warned about the unknowns of natural supplements in general. This follow up piece is focused on calcium-based products, which are commonly utilized for a variety of medical indications. (Also, am feeling particularly inspired about this topic as I am putting together a National … Read more