Thursday, March 5, 2026

Effects of Hemodiafiltration and High Flux Hemodialysis on Nerve Excitability in End-Stage Kidney Disease

Authors: Ria Arnold, Bruce A. Pussell, Timothy J. Pianta, Virginija Grinius, Cindy S-Y. Lin, Matthew C. Kiernan, James Howells, Meg J. Jardine, Arun V. Krishnan

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0059055

Abstract Summary

Hemodiafiltration (HDF) shows promise for managing peripheral neuropathy in end-stage kidney disease patients. This study found nerve excitability measures were significantly closer to normal in HDF-treated patients compared to high-flux hemodialysis, both during single sessions and over 18 months. These findings suggest HDF may better preserve nerve function in dialysis patients.

Why Brain? ๐Ÿง 

Hemodiafiltration maintains nerve function closer to normal compared to high-flux hemodialysis in kidney failure patients, offering a promising approach to prevent peripheral neuropathy complications.

License: CC BY.


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