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continuous venovenous hemofiltration |
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continuous venovenous hemofiltration Nephrology A renal replacement therapy consisting of continuous removal of ultrafiltrate at > 5 ml/min, with fluid replacement, which ultrafilters plasma, removing small and medium-sized molecules and
replacing electrolytes; CVVH is used for renal failure; it is inadequate for Pts with frank renal failure. See Hemodialysis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| A small RCT showed similar small-molecule clearance between continuous venovenous hemofiltration and extended daily dialysis with filtration, although acidosis was better controlled by the continuous technique (137). |
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