Acute PD Lecture

Purpose

Acute kidney injury (AKI) remains a major challenge in critically ill patients, and the choice of kidney replacement therapy should be individualized according to patient characteristics and available resources. In recent years, acute peritoneal dialysis (PD) has re-emerged as an effective and practical modality for the management of AKI. This workshop aims to provide participants with an updated understanding of the role of acute PD in AKI, integrate current consensus recommendations with real-world clinical experience, and foster collaboration among nephrologists and critical care specialists across the Asia-Pacific region.

What Participants Will Learn

Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge of the indications, timing, and practical implementation of acute PD in patients with AKI. The program will cover the physiological principles of PD, prescription design, catheter insertion techniques, and the management of common complications, including ultrafiltration failure, metabolic acidosis, electrolyte disturbances, and peritonitis. Through case-based discussions and interactive simulation sessions, attendees will also develop practical skills in troubleshooting common ICU problems and integrating acute PD into multidisciplinary AKI programs. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with both the theoretical foundation and hands-on experience necessary to incorporate acute PD into routine clinical practice.

Program Highlights

The workshop features a distinguished faculty of experts from leading medical centers who will share their insights and clinical experience in acute PD. The scientific program begins with an overview of the rationale, indications, and timing of acute PD in AKI, followed by practical discussions on initiating acute PD in the intensive care unit and case-based demonstrations. Additional sessions will address PD physiology, prescription strategies, catheter implantation techniques, and the management of common complications. Experts will also discuss strategies for incorporating acute PD into established AKI programs. The afternoon hands-on and simulation sessions provide participants with the opportunity to practice PD catheter insertion, refine prescription design and adjustment, and learn practical approaches to troubleshooting common ICU challenges, ensuring a comprehensive and clinically relevant learning experience.