CKD tied to higher risk of cardiac implant infection.(Nephrology)(Clinical report)
Publication: Internal Medicine News
Publication Date: 15-JAN-08
Author: Finn, Robert
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SAN FRANCISCO -- Patients with chronic kidney disease are at increased risk of infections associated with cardiac pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators, according to a study presented by Dr. Patrick H. Pun at the annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology.
"Chronic kidney disease of any severity should be...
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