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Table 2 Causes of switching from peritoneal dialysis to hemodialysis

From: Timing, causes, predictors and prognosis of switching from peritoneal dialysis to hemodialysis: a prospective study

Causes of Switching

Number (%)

N = 65

Infection (peritonitis and catheter-related)

24 (36.9%)

Cardiovascular (fluid overload)

12 (18.5%)

Abdominal surgery

8 (12.3%)

Pancreatitis/malnutrition

7 (10.8%)

Decreased mental capacity

2 (3.1%)

Abdominal wall defect

1 (1.6%)

Unknown

11 (16.9%)