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