The Effect of Hemodiafiltration on Inflammatory Biomarkers in Comparison to High Flux Dialyzers in Prevalent Hemodialysis Patients

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gamal Elsayed Mady ◽  
Walid Ahmed Bichari ◽  
Mostafa Abdelnassier Abdelgawad ◽  
Lina Essam Khedr ◽  
Khaled Mohamed Rezk ◽  
...  

Abstract Introduction Inflammation in patients with ESRD undergoing HD is an increasing concern for physicians and has been related to increase the rates of morbidity and mortality. Interestingly, patients with ESRD in conventional HD have frequent infections and a suboptimal response to vaccines; this is probably related to an immune inflammatory disorder associated either with uremia and/or nutritional status. In addition to CRP, which seems to be the most important marker for the identification and control of inflammation in clinical practice, many other markers are also available for the evaluation of inflammatory state. Decreased renal clearance clearly accounts for higher levels of circulating cytokines, although increased production has also been described. Hemodiafiltration has been shown to improve cardio-protection and the immunologic system and reduces infection and mortality compared with conventional HD. A recent study showed that hemodiafiltration compared with conventional HD reduced the risk of mortality in ESRD patients. Analysis of pooled individual participant data from randomized controlled trials has shown survival benefits of high volume-HDF on all-cause mortality and especially cardiovascular mortality rate. The mechanisms that lead to improved outcomes are not clear, but it is thought that HDF may reduce the production of inflammatory mediators through the use of biocompatible dialysers and ultrapure dialysate and also improve clearance of larger molecular weight substances, many of which are associated with oxidative stress, inflammation and endothelial dysfunction. Objective The aim of this study is to detect, prospectively, the effect of 3 months dialysis with Hemodiafiltration on inflammatory and nutritional biomarkers in comparison to conventional dialysis with high flux dialyzer in stable HD patients. Patients and methods 30 adults aged 20-75 years who were selected from Dialysis Unit, Kobary El-Kobba Military Hospital. 30 male patients known to have chronic kidney disease and are on dialysis with high flux dialyzer more than 3 months were divided into 2 groups:15 Patients are shifted to be on dialysis with HDF and 15 Patients are continued to be on Regular Hemodialysis with high flux dialyzer. Full medical history and clinical examination. Anthropometric measurements and Laboratory investigations including Complete Blood Picture (WBCs, platelets, Hb), Coagulation profile PT, PTT&INR, Liver function tests (ALT, AST, T. Bilirubin and S. Albumin), Lipid profile (Triglycerides, total cholesterol, VLDL), S. creatinine, BUN, Na, K, Uric acid, Total Proteins, Serum Calcium, Serum Phosphorus, PTH, Serum ferritin, High sensitivity CRP (Enzyme- Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)) and IL6 (ELISA). Results The current study was conducted on 30 patients with chronic kidney disease on regular dialysis. The patients were divided into two groups A representing patients on hemodiafiltration (n = 15) and group B representing patients on dialysis with high flux dialyzer (n = 15). A high statistical significant difference (P < 0.01) was found regarding K 4.3±0.6 meq/l in group A while it is 5.2±0.5 meq/l in group B, a high statistical significant difference (P < 0.01) was found regarding phosphorus 4.6±1.0 mg/dl in group A while it is 6.1±0.9 mg/dl in group B and no statistical significant difference (P > 0.05) was found as regard the uric acid. A statistical significant difference (P < 0.05) was found regarding CRP 63.5±40.9 mg/dl in group A while it is 73.4±33.2 mg/dl in group B, a statistical significant difference (P < 0.01) was found regarding IL6 85.3±37.6 mg/dl in group A while it is 156.7±151.9 mg/dl in group B after 3 months and no statistical significant difference (P > 0.05) was found as regard those inflammatory markers before 3 months. A statistical significant difference (P < 0.05) was found regarding CRP. A statistical significant difference (P < 0.05) was found regarding IL6. Conclusion The present study revealed that there was no significant change in CRP and IL6 in patients on HDF compared to patients undergoing hemodialysis with high flux dialyzer before 3 months but there was a significant decrease in CRP and IL6 in patients on HDF compared to patients undergoing hemodialysis with high flux dialyzer after 3 months.

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. 3296-3298
Author(s):  
Muhammad Abdul Azim Baig ◽  
Ishtiaq Alam ◽  
Faheem Usman Sulehri ◽  
Irfana Hassan ◽  
Aliya Jafri ◽  
...  

Objectives: To determine the mean rise in hemoglobin with androgen and low dose erythropoietin versus erythropoietin alone in patients of anemia of chronic kidney disease. Methodology: A randomized control trial was conducted at a tertiary care hospital between October 2019 to April 2020. Both male and female from age >17years to 70 years with anemia of CKD as per operational definition were included. Patients with a history of blood transfusion in the last three months. Patients already on Erythropoietin therapy or those with uncontrolled hypertension BP >190/105 mm Hg at the time of study were excluded. Relevant data including demographic details, baseline hemoglobin was noted. Patients were randomly assigned to group A or group B by lottery method. Patients in group A were given 100mg of androgen (Nandrolone Decanoate) intramuscularly once weekly plus low dose of erythropoietin (2000 units twice weekly) subcutaneously for 6 months and patients in group B were given standard dose of erythropoietin (4000 units twice weekly) subcutaneously for 6 months. Rise in hemoglobin was recorded as per operational definition. Follow up was ensured by taking telephone contact. Data was recorded on pre-designed proforma. Results: Mean Hb levels after treatment were calculated as 12.48+1.20 in Group-A and 11.12+1.32 in Group-B, p value was calculated as 0.0001 showing a significant difference between the two groups, comparison of mean increase in Hb levels after treatment were calculated as 3.0+0.09 in Group-A and 1.72+0.67 in Group-B, p value was calculated as 0.0001 showing a significant difference between the two groups. Conclusion: We concluded that there was significantly greater rise in the mean hemoglobin with androgen plus low dose erythropoietin as compared to erythropoietin alone in treatment of anemia of chronic kidney disease. Nevertheless, further large-scale and multi-center studies will be needed to further explore the long-term efficacy and adverse effects of androgens among patients of anemia of chronic kidney disease. Keywords: Chronic kidney disease, anemia, androgen and low dose erythropoietin versus erythropoietin alone, mean increase


2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
C Saleiro ◽  
D De Campos ◽  
J Lopes ◽  
R Teixeira ◽  
J.P Sousa ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at increased risk of composite cardiovascular (CV) events and all-cause mortality. However, current aggressiveness of therapeutic strategies may minimize the course of the disease. Aim To assess the prognostic impact of optimized medical treatment in a CKD population with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Methods 355 ACS patients admitted to a single coronary care with CKD who were discharged from hospital were included. Those with end-stage renal disease were excluded. Three groups were created based on the KDIGO classification: Group A (Stage 3A, eGFR [estimated glomerular filtration rate] 45–59mL/min/1.73 m2) N=190; Group B (Stage 3B, eGFR 30–44mL/min/1.73 m2) N=113; and Group C (Stage 3B, eGFR 15–29mL/min/1.73 m2) N=52. The primary endpoint was long-term all-cause mortality. Kaplan-Meyer survival curves and Cox regression were done. The median of follow-up was 32 (IQ 15–70) months. Results Groups were similar regarding demographics, CV risk factors, ACS type, heart failure diagnosis, left ventricular (LV) systolic function, peak troponin, multivessel disease, treatment option (PCI, CABG or OMT) and medical therapy at discharge. More advance renal failure patients had a higher prevalence of diabetes mellitus (DM), a lower haemoglobin, a higher NT-proBNP and were less likely to receive ACE inhibitors/angiotensin II antagonist at discharge. 170 patients met the primary outcome. Kaplan-Meyer curves showed decreased survival with worse renal function (Group A 68% vs Group B 57% vs Group C 37%, Log Rank P=0.006 – Figure 1). After adjustment for age, DM, haemoglobin, NT-proBNP, LV systolic function and ACE inhibitors/angiotensin II antagonist at discharge, eGFR was not associated with increased death (HR 1.00, 95% CI 0.98–1.01). In this model, only age (HR 1.04, 95% CI 1.01–1.07), haemoglobin (HR 0.86, 95% CI 0.979–0.94), Nt-proBNP (HR 1.00, 95% CI 1.00–1.00) and impaired LV function (LV ejection fraction 40–49%: HR 2.95, 95% CI 1.89–4.81; LV ejection fraction <40%: HR 2.15, 95% CI 1.44–3.21) remained associated with the outcome. Conclusion The worse outcome attributed to CKD after an ACS seems to be related not the eGFR itself but to associated comorbidities such as age, anaemia, fluid overload and impaired LV function. The fact that some of these comorbidities may be altered by intensive therapy indicates that CKD patients should also be candidates to optimized medical treatment. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: None


Author(s):  
Berthauli Esther Nurmaida ◽  
Heriandi Sutadi ◽  
Sarworini B Budiardjo ◽  
Eka Laksmi Hidayati

 Objectives: Analyze the difference of salivary leptin in between healthy children with gingivitis and hemodialysis (HD) children with gingivitis.Methods: A total of 20 children, ages 11–16-year-old with gingivitis, were chosen as subjects; 10 were on HD and 10 were healthy children. The level of salivary leptin was measured using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay method.Results: The results showed a significant difference of salivary leptin levels between the children on HD (61,300 ± 4151 pg/ml) and the healthy children (57,200 ± 3173 pg/ml).Conclusions: There is a significant difference in the salivary leptin levels in children on HD with gingivitis and healthy children with gingivitis.


2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrea Zatelli ◽  
Marco Pierantozzi ◽  
Paola D'Ippolito ◽  
Mauro Bigliati ◽  
Eric Zini

Chitosan and alkalinizing agents can decrease morbidity and mortality in humans with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Whether this holds true in dog is not known. Objective of the study was to determine whether a commercial dietary supplement containing chitosan, phosphate binders, and alkalinizing agents (Renal), compared to placebo, reduces mortality rate due to uremic crises in dogs with spontaneous CKD, fed a renal diet (RD). A masked RCCT was performed including 31 azotemic dogs with spontaneous CKD. Dogs enrolled in the study were randomly allocated to receive RD plus placebo (group A; 15 dogs) or RD plus Renal (group B; 16 dogs). During a first 4-week period, all dogs were fed an RD and then randomized and clinically evaluated up to 44 weeks. The effects of dietary supplements on mortality rate due to uremic crises were assessed. At 44 weeks, compared to group A, dogs in group B had approximately 50% lower mortality rate due to uremic crises (P=0.015). Dietary supplementation with chitosan, phosphate binders, and alkalinizing agents, along with an RD, is beneficial in reducing mortality rate in dogs with spontaneous CKD.


2020 ◽  
Vol 71 (01) ◽  
pp. 8-11
Author(s):  
BOGDAN ALEXANDRU VIȚĂLARU ◽  
MĂDĂLIN ION RUSU ◽  
CARMEN MIHAI ◽  
ALEXANDRU CHIOTOROIU

Catheters designed for chronic peritoneal dialysis have Dacron cuffs meant to protect the patient against bacterialinfection and catheter migration that may lead to a high peritonitis rate in case of extensive use. Peritoneal catheter isfixed by suturing the skin with a non-absorbable monofilament thread ranging from 4/0 to 2/0. The two types of suturesmost commonly used are Roman sandal and Chinese fingertrap. In this study we selected 44 dogs, both males andfemales with CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) undergoing peritoneal dialysis. We have created two groups: first group(A) of 22 patients were treated using a peritoneal catheter for chronic treatment, with Roman sandal suture and thesecond group of 22 patients (B) were treated using a peritoneal catheter for chronic treatment, with Chinese fingertrapsuture. All patients from group A kept the catheters until the end of the treatment (22 out of 22, 100%). Eight out of14 patients (36.36%) from group B needed secondary suture. Four out of the eight patients (18.18%) form the group Bneeded secondary suturing because of the suture weakening. Three out of the eight patients (13.63%) form the groupB needed secondary suturing of the catheter because of the skin rupture at the initial placement spot of the suture. Oneof the eight patients (4.54%) form the group B needed secondary suturing of the catheter because of the catheterreplacement, due to the weakening of the suture and its lack of resistance to the aggression manifested by the patients


2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  

Background: The purpose of the present study was to retrospectively evaluate the subacute or late toxicities in the kidney, lung, and liver after two total body irradiation regimens, 12 Gy in 6 fractions (group A) and 12 Gy in 4 fractions (group B). Methods: Forty-two patients who underwent total body irradiation (group A, n=32; group B, n=10) between June 1997 and June 2013 were included in the present study. The median follow up period was 60 months (range: 3–219 months) for the patients in group A and 143 months (range: 5–220 months) for the patients in group B. We evaluated the renal, pulmonary, and hepatic toxicities using the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events version 4.0. Results: There were 4 cases of chronic kidney disease (group A, n=1; group B, n=3). Although the cumulative incidence of chronic kidney disease differed significantly between the two total body irradiation regimens (p=0.014), the pulmonary and hepatic toxicities did not differ to a statistically significant extent. Conclusion: The present study suggests that a higher dose per fraction caused a higher incidence of chronic kidney disease.


Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (11) ◽  
pp. 1156
Author(s):  
Aikaterini Lysitska ◽  
Nikiforos Galanis ◽  
Ioannis Skandalos ◽  
Christina Nikolaidou ◽  
Sophia Briza ◽  
...  

Background and Objectives: recent studies suggest an implication of immune mechanisms in atherosclerotic disease. In this paper, the interaction between inflammation, calcification, and atherosclerosis on the vessel walls of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is described and evaluated. Materials and Methods: patients with stage V CKD, either on pre-dialysis (group A) or on hemodialysis (HD) for at least 2 years (group B), in whom a radiocephalic arteriovenous fistula (RCAVF) was created, were included in the study. The control group included healthy volunteers who received radial artery surgery after an accident. The expressions of inflammatory cells, myofibroblasts, and vascular calcification regulators on the vascular wall were estimated, and, moreover, morphometric analysis was performed. Results: the expressions of CD68(+) cells, matrix carboxyglutamic acid proteins (MGPs), the receptor activator of nuclear factor-kB (RANK) and RANK ligand (RANKL), and osteoprotegerin (OPG), were significantly increased in CKD patients compared to the controls p = 0.02; p = 0.006; p = 0.01; and p = 0.006, respectively. In morphometric analysis, the I/M and L/I ratios had significant differences between CKD patients and the controls 0.3534 ± 0.20 vs. 0.1520 ± 0.865, p = 0.003, and 2.1709 ± 1.568 vs. 4.9958 ± 3.2975, p = 0.03, respectively. The independent variables correlated with the degree of vascular calcification were the intensity of CD34(+), aSMA(+) cells, and OPG, R2 = 0.76, p < 0.0001, and, with intima-media thickness (IMT), the severity of RANKL expression R2 = 0.3, p < 0.0001. Conclusion: atherosclerosis and vascular calcification in CKD seem to be strongly regulated by an immunological and inflammatory activation on the vascular wall.


2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aikaterini Lysitska ◽  
Nikiforos Galanis ◽  
Ioannis Skandalos ◽  
Eustathios Mitsopoulos ◽  
Nikolaos Antoniadis ◽  
...  

Abstract Background and Aims Recent studies suggest thw possibility of activating immune mechanism in the onset and progression of atherosclerotic disease. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the role of immune mechanisms in the vessel of patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and the association with clinical and laboratory indicators of atherosclerosis. Method Patients with CKD stage V, in whom a radiocephalic arteriovenous fistula (RC-AVF) was created, were included in the study. Patients were divided in two groups, group A was consisted of patients who were on stage V, pre-dialysis, and being prepared to start on hemodialysis (HD), and those who had already been on HD for at least 3 years, and were having a new RC-AVF formation, due to previous failure, group B. Inclusion criteria were: age 25-80 years, gradual deterioration of renal function up to stage V or under dialysis for more than 3 years. All patients should have been under close follow up for at least 3 years prior to enrolment, with adequate control of diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, secondary hyperparathyroidism and anemia. The control group included healthy volunteers of similar age, sex and ethnicity, who agreed to have a radial artery biopsy during an orthopedic procedure because of a fracture. All patients were informed and signed the consent form. Patients’ history, primary disease and comorbid conditions, medication and clinical examination were recorded based on hospital outpatients’ files. Prior to the scheduled day of RC-AVF creation, all patients underwent laboratory examination, included hematological and serum biochemical analyses. The histological characteristics, inflammatory activation and immunophenotypic alterations of the radial artery wall were estimated and their association with the severity of calcification and atherosclerosis were studied. Presence and severity of atherosclerotic lesions in CKD patients was assessed based on the measurement of common carotid intima – media thickness (IMT) of the common and internal carotid on both sides. Results Significant correlation was fount between inflammatory infiltration [expression of CD3(+), CD20(+), CD68(+) cells], cellular activation [CD34(+), a-SMA(+) cells] and calcification regulators (MPG, RANKL, OPG) with the degree of vascular calcification, as this was estimated and classified based on Verhoff’s Elastic and von Kossa staining Forty five patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), stage V, either pre-dialysis (p=25) (group A) or on hemodialysis (HD) (p=20) (group B) were included in the study. There were no significant differences in age, sex, race, and also in the frequency of hypertension, diabetes mellitus or smoking habits between patients and controls. Presence and severity of atherosclerotic lesions in CKD patients was assessed based on the measurement of common carotid intima – media thickness (IMT) of the common and internal carotid on both sides. Conclusion Atherosclerotic disease in Chronic KidnEy Disease and its clinical effects appear to be directly related to inflammatory ifiltration of blood vessels by T, B lymphocytes, macrophages and myofibrolasts, as well as factors that affect calcification.


2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-89
Author(s):  
Abdus Salam Osmani ◽  
Momena Khatun ◽  
Nasreen Chowdhury ◽  
Khaleda Akter ◽  
Md Daharul Islam

Background: Hyperuricemia is associated with the event of hypertension and renal disease progression. The aim of the study was to evaluate the role of allopurinol in slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage III and IV. Methods: This study was prospective interventional study was carried out in department of Nephrology, Sir Salimullah Medical College and Mitford Hospital, Dhaka, during the period of January 2014 to December 2014. On the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria a total of 80CKD patients were enrolled in this study.80 patients were distributed in two groups. 40 patients were placed in treatment group and 40 patients were placed in control group. Purposive sampling method was followed.40 patients of treatment group were administered allopurinol 100 mg daily. Clinical, hematologic, and biochemical parameters were measured at baseline, at 4th month and 8th month of treatment. Results: No significant differences were seen between baseline SBP, DBP, Hb and HbA1c with 4th month and 8th follow up in both treatment group and control group. eGFR was significantly less declined at 4th months and 8thmonths in patient treated with allopurinol (treatment group). A negative Pearson’s correlation (r= -0.104; p=0.524) was found between uric acid with eGFR at 8th month in treatment group and significant positive Pearson’s correlation (r= 0.559 p=0.001) was found with CRP level. eGFR was significantly more declined at 4th months and 8th months in patient of control group. In control group a negative Pearson’s correlation (r= -0.126 p=0.437) was found between uric acid with eGFR at 8th month and positive Pearson’s correlation (r= 0.275 p=0193) was found with CRP level. Conclusions: Uric acid and CRP were significantly declined at 8th months in treatment group. Thus eGFR progression was significantly slow in treatment group at 4thmonths and 8th months from baseline due to positive effect of allopurinol by reducing inflammatory process that causes by high uric acid. Bangladesh J Medicine July 2021; 32(2) : 85-89


2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (Number 2) ◽  
pp. 3-6
Author(s):  
N Y Mili ◽  
Md. E Hoque ◽  
S Akhter ◽  
N S Lovely

Since the early 1970s. calcium phosphate (Ca-P) index has been regarded as a risk factor for extra skeletal calcification. tumoral calcinosis and increased cardiovascular event and death. The general consensus was not to exceed 70 ing2h1Lt (5.6 unno1/1,2) in chronic kidney disease. The present study was done to find out the Ca - P index in different stages of (CKB) patients to assess the risks of the patients which can be understood and be negotiated. In this study 100 of previously diagnosed chronic kidney disease patients of different stages as CKD stage Ill. IV and stage V were included. Subjects were divided into three groups according to staging of chronic kidney disease : group A (stage 111) were 34 patients, group 8 (Stage IV) were 36 and group C (Stage V) were 30 patients. Mean serum inorganic phosphate level was in group A .5.41 + 2.49. group 8 8.17 + 3.63 and in group C 10.50 + 3.06. Mean serum Calcium level in three groups were in group-A 8.36± 0.74. group- B 8.10± 0.75 and in group- C was 7.43± 1.27 ). Ca - P index was calculated by multiplying the serum calcium and phosphate level. Mean Ca-P index was in group-A 49.39+ 22.95. group B-67.93+ 31.2 and in group-C 90.76+ 24.82. Statistical analysis was done betWeen these groups and it was signifimuly higher in group B than group A ( p< 0.06. group A is group 8). in group C than group A ( p< 0.00. group A vs group C) and in ,group C than group ft ( p< .002. group B vs group C). It was found that as the renal function deteriorates gradually the Ca P index increases and it is highly significantly higher in CKD — V patient than other stages.


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