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Comparison of Peritoneal Dialysis Solutions
 (Vol 31/No. 5. On-line test expires: 10/20/2006)
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  AUTHOR
Terri L. Crawford-Bonadio, RN, CNN
 Terri L. Crawford-Bonadio, RN, CNN, is Global Director, PDServe, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Lexington, MA. She is a member of ANNA’s Greater Charlotte Chapter and Peritoneal Dialysis Special Interest Group.
Jose A. Diaz-Buxo, MD, FACP
 Jose A. Diaz-Buxo, MD, FACP, is Senior Vice President, Home Therapies Development, Fresenius Medical Care, Lexington, MA.
  OUTLINE

The composition of peritoneal dialysis solutions to a great extent, determine their effectiveness and safety. Many of the factors that determine the bioincompatibility of peritoneal dialysis fluids have been recently identified. This knowledge is essential to modify the manufacturing processes and in the quest for more biocompatible solutions. A description of the available peritoneal dialysis fluids in the United States and a comparison of their formulations are provided.
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  CE RELATED INFORMATION
This offering for 1.5 contact hours is being provided by the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA), which is accredited as a provider and approver of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center-Commission on Accreditation (ANCCCOA). This educational activity is approved by most states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. ANNA is an approved provider of continuing education in nursing by the California Board of Registered Nursing, BRN Provider No. 00910.

  EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Goal:
To describe the similarities and differences in conventional and new peritoneal dialysis solutions in terms of biocompatibility, osmotic agents, and buffer bases.

 Objectives:
1. Discuss the main strategies that have been employed to improve the characteristics of peritoneal dialysis solutions.
2. Describe the osmotic agents and buffer bases currently used in peritoneal dialysis solutions in terms of their effectiveness, potential uses, and side effects.
3. Compare various peritoneal dialysis solutions as to strengths, pH, glucose degradation products (GDPs), and availability.
AUTHOR DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Terri Crawford-Bonadio has no conflicts of interest to disclose.
Jose Diaz-Buxo has no conflicts of interest to disclose.



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