The Safety of Pre-Filter Heparin for Circuit Clotting Prevention in Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy: A Retrospective Evaluation
Background: Circuit clotting is a common complication of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Pre-filter unfractionated heparin (UFH) is widely used to maintain circuit patency, but real-world data describing its safety and efficacy are limited. Methods: This retrospective, single-health-system study evaluated...