Can the height-independent Pottel eGFR equation be used as a screening tool for chronic kidney disease in children?
The performance of the height-independent and dependent equations to identify mild renal dysfunction is similar. The height-independent Pottel equation could be proposed as an excellent screening tool for kidney disease when height information is not available. "
These results confirm both the safety and efficacy of the ROCsafeRX MPC for a large variety of cardiac patients. Minimized perfusion circuits should, therefore, play a greater role in daily practice so that as many patients as possible can benefit from their advantages.