In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the July 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Dialysis
Overview of Dialysis Complications
- Key Dialysis ComplicationsCardiovascular Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade
- Neurological Sequelae
- Gastrointestinal Complications
- Hypotension
- Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome
- Air Embolism and Chloramine Toxicity
Disaster Preparedness
- Vascular Access ComplicationsHemorrhage risks and treatment
- Thrombosis, stenosis, and aneurysms
- Infection risks and management
Pre-Hospital Care
- ED History Differential diagnosis
- Key questions to ask dialysis patients
- Examination Physical Exam Tips
Treatments
- Risk Management PitfallsCommon Pitfalls to Avoid
Conclusion