Is procalcitonin values after dialysis closely related to type of dialysis membrane?
Although PCT is considered a sensitive and specific diagnostic and prognostic marker of systemic bacterial infection, we suggest that specific reference ranges might be developed in patient with impaired renal function, also showing that and its clinical usefulness might be limited in patients undergoing HD with high-flux membranes.
Charity care is not the primary reported activity by Wisconsin hospitals under the IRS Community Benefit requirement. Opportunities may exist for devoting increasing amounts to broader community health improvement activities.