Robert R. Quinn

TL;DR: In this paper, a server device, and related systems and methods for managing dialysis patient information are described, which includes information relating to stages of data collection including baseline characteristics, eligibility for treatment modalities, and outcomes.

TL;DR: The results showing a reduction in rescue rt-PA use are consistent with a prior randomized trial, although there was no difference in the rate of bacteremia, or catheter stripping or removal/replacement, and the increase in mean total health care cost in the post period was CAD$962 per enrollment, largely related to costs of rT-PA as a locking solution.

TL;DR: Benefits and challenges to implementation of a risk-based approach to guide care of patients with advanced CKD are identified and modified as a result of participants’ feedback.

TL;DR: In this paper, the role of shared decision-making (SDM) in helping those with kidney failure to select a dialysis modality was examined, and it was found that SDM can lead to more people feeling satisfied with their choice of kidney failure.

TL;DR: The aim of this health technology assessment is to inform policy questions regarding the optimal treatment for eligible patients and effective methods of implementation support for the various dialysis options reviewed through an assessment of the clinical effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, patient experiences and perspectives, ethical issues, and implementation issues of dialysis modalities for the treatment of end-stage kidney disease.