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Title: End-stage renal disease in 2010: Timing of dialysis initiation and choice of dialysis modality. Author: Lindholm B, Davies S. Journal: Nat Rev Nephrol; 2011 Feb; 7(2):66-8. PubMed ID: 21278713. Abstract: Few, if any, doubt that renal transplantation should be the first choice of renal replacement therapy whenever this option is possible. But, at which level of remaining kidney function should patients start on dialysis and which dialysis modality should be used? Several studies published in 2010 addressed these questions and will influence dialysis initiation strategies worldwide for years to come.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]