15th International Conference on Dialysis sponsored by the Renal Research Institute from Rio Grande, Puerto Rico Table of Contents The MONitoring Dialysis Outcomes (MONDO) initiative Nutritional Resilience – A Novel Concept Ports for Vascular Access in Dialysis Extracorporeal Method to Reduce Inflammation in Acute Sepsis HIF-1 Stabilizer Drugs for the Treatment of Anemia Remote Ischemic [...]

A historical perspective of how the “bundle” has come into existence and where dialysis payments will head in the future.

A literature review detailing the current knowledge of obstructive sleep apnea in chronic kidney disease and ESRD patients. Special attention is paid to CKD patients, in whom limited information is known about obstructive sleep apnea.

A thorough review of the complicated management of inpatient diabetes and hyperglycemia. Special attention is made to the unique challenges in caring for patients with CKD and ESRD. A review of the insulin-sensitivity index is conducted as well.

A comprehensive evaluation of pulmonary hypertension in end-stage renal disease patients. Specific attention is paid to the purported mechanisms of pulmonary hypertension development, as well as ESRD-specific risk factors. The presentation concludes with a detailed analysis of various therapeutic options and remaining unanswered questions.

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