Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a widely used renal replacement therapy for end-stage renal
disease patients. We compared our novel laparoscopic-assisted method with conventional …

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheters may be inserted blindly, surgically, and either by
laparoscopic, peritoneoscopic, or fluoroscopic approach. A modified fluoroscopic technique …

Background Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a cost-effective alternative to hemodialysis (HD). PD
catheters have traditionally been inserted through a small open incision, but insertion using …

In 2002, Ochsner laparoscopic surgeons and nephrologists began placing peritoneal
dialysis (PD) catheters via a laparoscopic-assisted method. We compared laparoscopically …

Although this study by Ogunc demonstrates that tools of laparoscopy can provide potential
benefit in catheter outcomes versus standard surgical placement (2), there are other options …

Background The application of laparoscopic catheterization technology in peritoneal dialysis
(PD) patients has recently increased. However, the advantages and disadvantages of …

Objective To explore the efficacy and short-term complications of a modified technique to
percutaneously insert a peritoneal dialysis catheter. Methods We reviewed the outcomes of …

The most commonly used technique for insertion of peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheters is
open surgical approach by minilaparotomy. Percutaneous implantation via the …

Permanent peritoneal dialysis (PD) access was first described and introduced in clinical
practice more than 40 years ago. It is still undergoing modification and adaptation to various …

Success in peritoneal dialysis (PD) requires a well-functioning catheter, and catheter
placement at PD initiation is extremely important for long-term PD. Although several …