Sandeep Munjal1, A Ahsan Ejaz. 1. Division of Nephrology, Hypertension and Transplantation, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32610-0224, USA.
Abstract
AIM: The aim of the present study was to test the feasibility of using commercial preparations of replacement and citrate anticoagulation solution in continuous venovenous haemofiltration (CVVH) in a safe, efficient and simple manner. METHODS: Retrospective review of the database of a large continuous renal replacement therapy programme that uses a standardized prescription of high ultrafiltrate CVVH with commercial solutions for replacement fluid and regional citrate anticoagulation was performed. RESULTS: Records of 28 patients who underwent 91 CVVH sessions were analysed. Median circuit survival time was 37 (59.5-15.5) h and the 48 h survival probability was 40%. Bleeding or metabolic complications were not noted, and the procedure was simple to administer. CONCLUSION: Continuous venovenous haemofiltration using commercial preparations of replacement fluid and citrate anticoagulation can be safe, efficient and simple.
AIM: The aim of the present study was to test the feasibility of using commercial preparations of replacement and citrate anticoagulation solution in continuous venovenous haemofiltration (CVVH) in a safe, efficient and simple manner. METHODS: Retrospective review of the database of a large continuous renal replacement therapy programme that uses a standardized prescription of high ultrafiltrate CVVH with commercial solutions for replacement fluid and regional citrate anticoagulation was performed. RESULTS: Records of 28 patients who underwent 91 CVVH sessions were analysed. Median circuit survival time was 37 (59.5-15.5) h and the 48 h survival probability was 40%. Bleeding or metabolic complications were not noted, and the procedure was simple to administer. CONCLUSION: Continuous venovenous haemofiltration using commercial preparations of replacement fluid and citrate anticoagulation can be safe, efficient and simple.