Introductory

Abstract

book covers principles of HDF, generation of ultrapure water, fluid convection and reinfusion, factors affecting convective dose, dialysis machine-dependent technical factors, prescription of HDF, performance and effectiveness of HDF, clinical benefits including results of major randomized clinical trials, effects of online HDF on arterial stiffness and heart failure, quality of life of patients on HDF, cost-effectiveness of HDF, and applicability of HDF at home.