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. 1983 Dec;157(6):574-6.

A technique of catheter insertion for uncomplicated peritoneal dialysis

D D Nghiem
  • PMID: 6648781

A technique of catheter insertion for uncomplicated peritoneal dialysis

D D Nghiem. Surg Gynecol Obstet. 1983 Dec.

Abstract

Malfunction of a peritoneal dialysis catheter usually results from its incorrect placement, either in the mesentery or anterior to the intestine or omentum. A technique for catheter insertion has been used successfully in 22 patients.

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