Common medical procedures can adversely impact outcomes
Initiative seeks to reduce infection rates
Initiative targets patient safety through culture change
Waiting-list considerations: organs are scarce
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Features range from water ultra-filtration to heated seats
Longer duration improves waste removal, nutritional status
Mild symptoms belied dramatic kidney failure
Technique helps avoid hemodialysis catheter complications
Adjusted risk of death higher compared with weekday admission
Risk aversion may be a factor in reduced transplant volumes