Model predicts dialysis patients' likelihood of survival
Thursday, December 3, 2009 - 18:28
in Health & Medicine
A new model can help physicians determine if a kidney disease patient on dialysis is likely to die within the next few months. This clinical tool could help medical professionals initiate discussions with patients and their families about end-of-life care such as hospice.
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