Organizational and financial aspects of a continuous renal replacement therapy program. Issue 6 (23rd August 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Connor, Michael J.; Lischer, Eileen; Cerdá, Jorge
• Is Part Of: Seminars in dialysis. Volume 34:Issue 6(2021)
• Page Start: 510
• Page End: 517
• Publication Date: 2021-08-23
• Subjects: Hemodialysis -- Periodicals; Dialysis -- Periodicals; Renal Dialysis -- Periodicals; 617.461059
• DOI: 10.1111/sdi.13013
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0894-0959

Abstract

Abstract: Critically ill patients who develop severe acute kidney injury in the intensive care unit often require treatment with renal replacement therapies (RRTs). This complication is associated with severe morbidity and mortality and high costs, both during hospitalization and postdischarge. This article discusses the operational requirements to develop and conduct a RRT program, as well as the financial implications of this complex form of patient care. The management of these programs must occur in a context where a clear organizational and educational framework and a multidisciplinary team ensures safety, effectiveness, cost‐control, and a clear quality control framework.