#209 Dialysis and Fluid Management: 5 Pearls Segment

#209 Dialysis and Fluid Management: 5 Pearls Segment

June 10, 2026 · 32 min

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This episode discusses the importance of fluid management in dialysis care and offers practical tips for improving patient outcomes.

Why is fluid management the most important part of dialysis care? This episode explores the fundamentals of hemodialysis , why ESKD patients have unique physiology , and how volume overload, not just hypertension, drives many complications. Learn practical pearls on dry weight, sodium restriction, diuretics, and the strategies that can reduce hospitalizations and improve patient outcomes. 🔹 Sponsor: Oakstone CME Use the code "CORE325" for 25% off: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/MKSAP 🔹 Transcript and Shownotes : 02:49 | Pearl 1: Foundations of Dialysis 09:21 | Pearl 2: Distinct Physiology 11:42 | Pearl 3: Why is fluid management so important? 19:43 | Pearl 4: Fluid Management Pro-tips 25:31 | Pearl 5: Diuretics in Patients with Residual Kidney Function Tags : CoreIM, Internal Medicine, Medical Education, Nephrology, Dialysis, End-stage kidney disease, Hypertension, Kidney Health, Dry Weight, Volume Overload Find the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840 Our Sponsors: * Check out CovePure and use my code CovePure.com/coreim for a great deal: https://covepure.com * Check out ElevenReader and use my code PODCAST for a…

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