OBJECTIVE

To describe the treatment outcomes of patients who underwent Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) for Central Vein Occlusive Disease (CVOD) in end-stage kidney disease and determine the association between patient profile and treatment outcomes.

METHODS

A single-institution, retrospective review of patients aged 18 and above with end-stage kidney disease who underwent PTA for CVOD in the University of the Philippines - Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) from January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2022, was performed. These patients’ demographic and clinical profiles were evaluated using means, frequencies, and percentages. The relationship between patient profile and success of PTA was assessed using Chi-square and Mann-Whitney U tests.

RESULTS

One hundred one patients were included in the study. Eighty-two had a first intervention, and 19 had a recurrent first intervention. The mean age was 49.8 years, with forty-six (45.5%) males and fifty-five (54.5%) females. The most common comorbidity was hypertension (59.4%). This was followed by diabetes (35.6%), chronic glomerulonephritis (18.8%), and NSAID nephropathy (4.9%). Other comorbidities include lupus nephritis, urate nephropathy, and polycystic kidney disease. The interval between symptoms and intervention ranged from two weeks to ninety-six weeks. Eleven patients (10.9%) had an arterio-venous fistula (AVF) before initiating dialysis and did not have a history of dialysis catheter use. Temporary catheters comprise most of the central vein catheters (CVC) (84.2%), while tunneled catheters were a minority (8.9%). The overall central line insertions of one hundred one patients were one hundred fifty-five, most via the right internal jugular vein (86%). There was a total of one hundred twenty-seven lesions seen during venography. Most of these lesions were in the left Innominate vein (38.6%, 39/101) and the right innominate vein (32.7%, 33/101). The most common type of lesion was stenosis (47.5%), followed by abrupt occlusions (31.7%) and tapered occlusions (20.8%). The overall success rate of PTA was 74.2%. In the second intervention for recurrence (n=19), the success rate was 78.9% (15/19). Third-time intervention in three patients was all successful. The success rate in stenotic, tapered, and abrupt lesions were 100%, 85.7%, and 28.1%, respectively. Symptomfree intervals ranged from twelve to one hundred ninetytwo weeks. After a failed intervention, a new fistula or graft was the most common access option (50%). This was followed by central catheter (38.5%), venous bypass (7.7%), and peritoneal dialysis catheter (3.8%). Morbidity was 0.99%. The in-hospital mortality was zero.

CONCLUSION

Overall PTA success rate for non-recurrent and first operation of recurrent patients with CVOD was high (74%). Stenotic type of lesions were the best vessels to dilate. Failure of PTA was directly related to previous right subclavian catheter insertion, multiple central vein catheter insertions, lesions in the right innominate vein, and an abrupt type of central vein occlusion. The current strategy of PTA for CVOD is both safe and effective. Early AVF creation can prevent patients from requiring multiple catheter insertions and developing CVOD. The right internal jugular vein is the optimal choice for access, while subclavian vein access should be avoided.

Human ; End-stage Kidney Disease ; Kidney Failure, Chronic ; Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty ; Angioplasty

INTRODUCTION

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the Philippines. Most Filipino CKD patients prefer hemodialysis due to barriers such as cost and availability of Kidney Transplant. End-stage kidney disease (ESKD) patients face high symptom burden and unmet palliative care needs. Even with advancement in dialysis technology, the annual mortality rate of dialysis patients remains between 20% and 25%. While Advance Care Planning (ACP) can help align care with patient preferences by facilitating discussions about values and future decisions, its utilization in dialysis population remains low due to barriers in implementation. There is limited research specifically addressing the preferences and influencing factors of Advance Care Planning among CKD patients on hemodialysis in the Philippines.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to determine the ACP preferences of CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis and to identify the clinicodemographic factors associated with these preferences.

METHODS

An analytic cross-sectional study was conducted involving 96 chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients undergoing hemodialysis at Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center (BGHMC) from October to November 2024. Data were collected using validated questionnaires administered either through face-to-face interviews or self-administration, depending on patients’ preferences and capabilities. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were employed for data analysis.

RESULTS

The study revealed limited awareness of ACP among participants (86.5%), underscoring the need for education. Family-centered decision-making was prominent, with most participants preferring family members as surrogate decision-makers and confidants. Quality of life was prioritized over life extension, and preferences for “Do Not Resuscitate” (DNR) orders were notable. Educational attainment and ethnicity significantly influenced preferences, with higher education linked to greater awareness; and Ethnicity shaping preferences for decision-makers, confidants, timing of discussions, and resuscitation choices. Additionally, duration of dialysis was linked to care setting preferences, while social support systems influenced the preferred place for discussions.

CONCLUSION

The findings highlight critical associations between clinicodemographic factors and ACP preferences among hemodialysis patients. Addressing these associations through targeted education and culturally sensitive approach can promote high-quality end-of-life care, aligned with diverse patient needs, values, and preferences.

Human ; Kidney Failure, Chronic ; End Stage Renal Disease ; Renal Dialysis ; Hemodialysis ; Terminal Care ; End Of Life Care ; Advance Care Planning

: Peripheral nerve block (PNB) has been successfully used as the sole anesthetic for Peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheter insertion, and has been shown to provide satisfactory anesthesia and analgesia perioperatively, especially among critically – ill patients. : This report describes the anesthetic management of an 18 – year old underweight patient with End-stage renal disease (ESRD) and decompensated heart failure who was scheduled for PD catheter insertion. He was given a left lateral Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and a right Rectus sheath (RS) block as the main anesthetic. Fifteen mL of Isobaric Bupivacaine 0.375% with Epinephrine 1:400,000 dilution was injected for the TAP block, and 10mL for the RS block, for a total volume of 25mL (93.7mg). Sedation was given via a Remifentanil infusion at 0.1mcg/kg/min. Intraoperatively, the patient was awake, conversant, and comfortable, no pressors were used, and no conversion to general anesthesia was done. Post-operatively, he had good pain control, with a pain score of 1/10, and successfully underwent dialysis via the PD catheter on the 2nd hospital day. : This pediatric patient who is critically ill is not a good candidate for general or neuraxial anesthesia due to the risk of hemodynamic instability and perioperative decompensation. PNB was done to provide anesthesia, and ensure good pain control post-operatively, and a right TAP and left RS were done instead of a bilateral TAP to lower the LA volume and decrease the risk of LA toxicity. Unilateral TAP with contralateral RS is a safe anesthetic technique among critically-ill pediatric patients who will undergo PD catheter insertion without the risk of hemodynamic instability with general or neuraxial anesthesia.
Human ; Male ; Adolescent: 13-18 yrs old ; End-stage Renal Disease (ESRD) ; kidney failure, chronic ; heart failure

Peripheral nerve block (PNB) has been successfully used as the sole anesthetic for Peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheter insertion, and has been shown to provide satisfactory anesthesia and analgesia perioperatively, especially among critically – ill patients.

This report describes the anesthetic management of an 18 – year old underweight patient with End-stage renal disease (ESRD) and decompensated heart failure who was scheduled for PD catheter insertion. He was given a left lateral Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and a right Rectus sheath (RS) block as the main anesthetic. Fifteen mL of Isobaric Bupivacaine 0.375% with Epinephrine 1:400,000 dilution was injected for the TAP block, and 10mL for the RS block, for a total volume of 25mL (93.7mg). Sedation was given via a Remifentanil infusion at 0.1mcg/kg/min. Intraoperatively, the patient was awake, conversant, and comfortable, no pressors were used, and no conversion to general anesthesia was done. Post-operatively, he had good pain control, with a pain score of 1/10, and successfully underwent dialysis via the PD catheter on the 2ndhospital day.

This pediatric patient who is critically ill is not a good candidate for general or neuraxial anesthesia due to the risk of hemodynamic instability and perioperative decompensation. PNB was done to provide anesthesia, and ensure good pain control post-operatively, and a right TAP and left RS were done instead of a bilateral TAP to lower the LA volume and decrease the risk of LA toxicity.

Unilateral TAP with contralateral RS is a safe anesthetic technique among critically-ill pediatric patients who will undergo PD catheter insertion without the risk of hemodynamic instability with general or neuraxial anesthesia.

Human ; Male ; Adolescent: 13-18 Yrs Old ; End-stage Renal Disease (esrd) ; Kidney Failure, Chronic ; Heart Failure

Coexisting end stage liver disease (ESLD) and end stage renal disease (ESRD) for a patient on dialysis is a standard indication for a combined liver-kidney transplantation (CLKT). A survival advantage after CLKT has been verified in liver transplant candidates with significant kidney dysfunction due to chronic kidney disease (CKD) or acute kidney injury (AKI). The severity (glomerular filtration rate (GFR) < or =30 mL/min) and duration (more than 8~12 weeks) of kidney dysfunction are strong determinants for the selection of CLKT candidates. The CLKT patient survival rate is superior to that of liver transplant alone in candidates with a serum creatinine >2.0 mg/dL or who are on dialysis. Because of the immunological modulation effect of the liver graft, post-transplant CLTX results in a lower incidence of acute rejection and higher long-term censored graft survival rate in kidney transplant recipients. Despite the advantages of CLKT, the CLKT waiting list is extremely rare in Korea (0.80%, 67/3,717, from recent Korean Network for Organ Sharing (KONOS) data on March 2010). The narrow indications for CLKT (only ESRD candidates on dialysis are accepted for CLKT) and inferior ranking of CLKT for kidney allocation is a pitfall of the multi-organ allocation rule in KONOS.
Acute Kidney Injury ; Creatinine ; Dialysis ; End Stage Liver Disease ; Filtration ; Graft Survival ; Humans ; Imidazoles ; Incidence ; Kidney ; Kidney Failure, Chronic ; Korea ; Liver ; Nitro Compounds ; Rejection (Psychology) ; Renal Insufficiency, Chronic ; Survival Rate ; Transplants ; Waiting Lists

Acute Kidney Injury ; etiology ; End Stage Liver Disease ; complications ; Hepatorenal Syndrome ; etiology ; Humans

BackgroundContribution of model for end-stage liver disease incorporating with serum sodium (MELD-Na) score in predicting acute kidney injury (AKI) after orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT) is yet to be identified. This study assessed the prognostic value of MELD-Na score for the development of AKI following OLT.

MethodsPreoperative and surgery-related variables of 321 adult end-stage liver disease patients who underwent OLT in Fuzhou General Hospital were collected. Postoperative AKI was defined and staged in accordance with the clinical practice guidelines developed by Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes. Univariate and multivariate analysis was performed to determine the risk factors for AKI following OLT. The discriminating power of MELD/MELD-Na score on AKI outcome was evaluated by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve. Spearman's correlation analysis was used for identifying the correlated relationship between MELD/MELD-Na score and the severity levels of AKI.

ResultsThe prevalence of AKI following OLT was in 206 out of 321 patients (64.2%). Three risk factors for AKI post-OLT were presented, preoperative calculated MELD score (odds ratio [OR] = 1.048, P = 0.021), intraoperative volume of red cell suspension transfusion (OR = 1.001, P = 0.002), and preoperative liver cirrhosis (OR = 2.015, P = 0.012). Two areas under ROC curve (AUCs) of MELD/MELD-Na score predicting AKI were 0.688 and 0.672, respectively; the difference between two AUCs was not significant (Z = 1.952, P = 0.051). The Spearman's correlation coefficients between MELD/MELD-Na score and the severity levels of AKI were 0.406 and 0.385 (P = 0.001, 0.001), respectively.

ConclusionsWe demonstrated that preoperative MELD score, intraoperative volume of red cell suspension transfusion and preoperative liver cirrhosis were risk factors for AKI following OLT. Furthermore, we preliminarily validated that MELD score seemed to have a stronger power discriminating AKI post-OLT than that of novel MELD-Na score.

Acute Kidney Injury ; blood ; etiology ; pathology ; Adult ; End Stage Liver Disease ; blood ; etiology ; pathology ; Female ; Humans ; Liver Transplantation ; adverse effects ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Retrospective Studies ; Sodium ; blood

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