Hemodialysis-related emergencies--Part II.
The management of medical emergencies in hemodialysis patients is not simple and is best carried out in consultation with experienced nephrologists. However, emergency staff who are likely to encounter such emergencies must be familiar with the principles of their diagnosis and treatment and have practical management strategies at their disposal.
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