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RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar a incidência de hipotermia em pacientes em terapia renal substitutiva contínua na unidade de terapia intensiva. Como objetivos secundários, determinar fatores associados e comparar a ocorrência de hipotermia entre duas modalidades de terapia renal substitutiva contínua. Métodos: Estudo de coorte, prospectivo, realizado com pacientes adultos internados em uma unidade de terapia intensiva clínico-cirúrgica, que realizaram terapia renal substitutiva contínua em um hospital universitário público de alta complexidade do Sul do Brasil, de abril de 2017 a julho de 2018. A hipotermia foi definida como queda da temperatura corporal ≤ 35ºC. Os pacientes incluídos no estudo foram acompanhados nas 48 horas iniciais de terapia renal substitutiva contínua. Os dados foram coletados pelos pesquisadores por meio da consulta aos prontuários e às fichas de registro das terapias renais substitutivas contínuas. Resultados: Foram avaliados 186 pacientes distribuídos igualmente entre dois tipos de terapia renal substitutiva contínua: hemodiálise e hemodiafiltração. A incidência de hipotermia foi de 52,7%, sendo maior nos pacientes que internaram por choque (risco relativo de 2,11; IC95% 1,21 - 3,69; p = 0,009) e nos que fizeram hemodiafiltração com aquecimento por mangueira na linha de retorno (risco relativo de 1,50; IC95% 1,13 - 1,99; p = 0,005). Conclusão: A hipotermia em pacientes críticos com terapia renal substitutiva contínua é frequente, e a equipe intensivista deve estar atenta, em especial quando há fatores de risco associados.

Introduction: National data on chronic dialysis treatment are essential for the development of health policies that aim to improve the treatment of patients. Objective: To present data from the Brazilian Dialysis Survey 2019, promoted by the Brazilian Society of Nephrology. Methods: Data collection from dialysis units in the country through a completed online questionnaire for 2019. Results: 314 (39%) centers responded the questionnaire. In July 2019, the estimated total number of patients on dialysis was 139,691. Estimates of the prevalence and incidence rates of patients undergoing dialysis treatment per million of the population (pmp) were 665 and 218, respectively, with mean annual increases of 25 pmp and 14 pmp for prevalence and incidence, respectively. The annual gross mortality rate was 18.2%. Of the prevalent patients, 93.2% were on hemodialysis and 6.8% on peritoneal dialysis; and 33,015 (23.6%) on the waiting list for transplantation. 55% of THE centers offered treatment with peritoneal dialysis. Venous catheters were used as access in 24.8% of THE patients on hemodialysis. 17% of the patients had K ≥ 6.0mEq/L; 2.5% required red blood cell transfusion in July 2019 and 10.8% of the patients had serum levels of 25-OH vitamin D < 20 ng/mL. Conclusion: The absolute number of patients, the incidence and prevalence rates in dialysis in the country continue to increase, as well as the percentage of patients using venous catheter as dialysis access. There was an increase in the number of patients on the list for transplantation and a tendency to reduce gross mortality. Resumo Introdução: Dados nacionais sobre o tratamento dialítico crônico são essenciais para a elaboração de políticas de saúde que almejem melhora no tratamento dos pacientes. Objetivo: Apresentar dados do Inquérito brasileiro de diálise de 2019, promovido pela Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia. Métodos: Coleta de dados das unidades de diálise do país através de questionário preenchido on-line referente a 2019. Resultados: 314 (39%) centros responderam ao questionário. Em julho de 2019, o número total estimado de pacientes em diálise foi de 139.691. As estimativas das taxas de prevalência e incidência de pacientes em tratamento dialítico por milhão da população (pmp) foram 665 e 218, respectivamente, com médias de aumento anuais de 25 pmp e 14 pmp para prevalência e incidência, respectivamente. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 18,2%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 93,2% estavam em hemodiálise e 6,8% em diálise peritoneal, e 33.015 (23,6%) em fila de espera para transplante. 55% dos centros ofereciam tratamento com diálise peritoneal. Cateter venoso era usado como acesso em 24,8% dos pacientes em hemodiálise. 17% dos pacientes tinham K ≥ 6,0mEq/L, 2,5% necessitaram de transfusão de hemácias em julho/2019 e 10,8% dos pacientes apresentavam níveis séricos de 25-OH vitamina D < 20 ng/mL. Conclusão: O número absoluto de pacientes e as taxas de incidência e prevalência em diálise no país continuam aumentando, assim como o percentual de pacientes em uso de cateter venoso como acesso para diálise. Houve aumento do número de pacientes na lista para transplante e tendência para redução da mortalidade bruta.

OBJECTIVE The aim of this cross-sectional study was to evaluate the association between periodontitis and different severities of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in predialytic patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Demographic, socioeconomic, and medical data of 139 patients from the nephrology service of one university hospital in Porto Alegre, Brazil, were obtained through interview and clinical records. Full-mouth six-sites per tooth periodontal examinations were performed. Associations between periodontitis, stages of CKD, and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) were estimated by multivariable models adjusted for sex, smoking, vitamin D supplementation, physical activity, and renal treatment duration. CKD was classified based on eGFR (

To evaluate the incidence of hypothermia in patients undergoing continuous renal replacement therapy in the intensive care unit. As secondary objectives, we determined associated factors and compared the occurrence of hypothermia between two modalities of continuous renal replacement therapy.A prospective cohort study was conducted with adult patients who were admitted to a clinical-surgical intensive care unit and underwent continuous renal replacement therapy in a high-complexity public university hospital in southern Brazil from April 2017 to July 2018. Hypothermia was defined as a body temperature ≤ 35ºC. The patients included in the study were followed for the first 48 hours of continuous renal replacement therapy. The researchers collected data from medical records and continuous renal replacement therapy records.A total of 186 patients were equally distributed between two types of continuous renal replacement therapy: hemodialysis and hemodiafiltration. The incidence of hypothermia was 52.7% and was higher in patients admitted for shock (relative risk of 2.11; 95%CI 1.21 - 3.69; p = 0.009) and in those who underwent hemodiafiltration with heating in the return line (relative risk of 1.50; 95%CI 1.13 - 1.99; p = 0.005).Hypothermia in critically ill patients with continuous renal replacement therapy is frequent, and the intensive care team should be attentive, especially when there are associated risk factors.Avaliar a incidência de hipotermia em pacientes em terapia renal substitutiva contínua na unidade de terapia intensiva. Como objetivos secundários, determinar fatores associados e comparar a ocorrência de hipotermia entre duas modalidades de terapia renal substitutiva contínua.Estudo de coorte, prospectivo, realizado com pacientes adultos internados em uma unidade de terapia intensiva clínico-cirúrgica, que realizaram terapia renal substitutiva contínua em um hospital universitário público de alta complexidade do Sul do Brasil, de abril de 2017 a julho de 2018. A hipotermia foi definida como queda da temperatura corporal ≤ 35ºC. Os pacientes incluídos no estudo foram acompanhados nas 48 horas iniciais de terapia renal substitutiva contínua. Os dados foram coletados pelos pesquisadores por meio da consulta aos prontuários e às fichas de registro das terapias renais substitutivas contínuas.Foram avaliados 186 pacientes distribuídos igualmente entre dois tipos de terapia renal substitutiva contínua: hemodiálise e hemodiafiltração. A incidência de hipotermia foi de 52,7%, sendo maior nos pacientes que internaram por choque (risco relativo de 2,11; IC95% 1,21 - 3,69; p = 0,009) e nos que fizeram hemodiafiltração com aquecimento por mangueira na linha de retorno (risco relativo de 1,50; IC95% 1,13 - 1,99; p = 0,005).A hipotermia em pacientes críticos com terapia renal substitutiva contínua é frequente, e a equipe intensivista deve estar atenta, em especial quando há fatores de risco associados.

Introduction: National data on chronic dialysis treatment are essential for the development of health policies that aim to improve patient treatment. Objective: To present data from the Brazilian Society of Nephrology on patients with chronic dialysis for kidney disease in July 2018, making a comparative analysis of the past 10 years. Methods: Data collection from dialysis units, with filling in an online questionnaire for 2018. Data from 2009, 2013 and 2018 were compared. Results: 288 (36.6%) centers answered the questionnaire. In July 2018, the estimated total number of patients on dialysis was 133,464. Estimates of the prevalence and incidence rates of patients undergoing dialysis treatment per million of the population (pmp) were 640 and 204, respectively, with average annual increases of 23.5 pmp and 6 pmp for prevalence and incidence, respectively. The annual gross mortality rate was 19.5%. Of the prevalent patients, 92.3% were on hemodialysis and 7.7% on peritoneal dialysis, with 29,545 (22.1%) on the waiting list for transplantation. Median bicarbonate concentration in the hemodialysis bath was 32 mEq/L. Venous catheters were used as access in 23.6% of the hemodialysis patients. The prevalence rate of positive serology for hepatitis C showed a progressive reduction (3.2%). Conclusion: The absolute number of patients and rates of incidence and prevalence in dialysis in the country increased substantially in the period, although there are considerable differences in rates by state. There has been a persistent increase in the use of venous catheters as an access for dialysis; and reduction in the number of patients with positive serology for hepatitis C. RESUMO Introdução: Dados nacionais sobre o tratamento dialítico crônico são essenciais para a elaboração de políticas de saúde que almejem melhora no tratamento dos pacientes. Objetivo: Apresentar dados do inquérito da Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia sobre pacientes com doença renal crônica dialítica em julho de 2018, fazendo análise comparativa dos últimos 10 anos. Métodos: Coleta de dados a partir das unidades de diálise, com preenchimento de questionário on-line referentes a 2018. Foram comparados dados de 2009, 2013 e 2018. Resultados: 288 (36,6%) centros responderam ao questionário. Em julho de 2018, o número total estimado de pacientes em diálise foi de 133.464. Estimativas das taxas de prevalência e incidência de pacientes em tratamento dialítico por milhão da população (pmp) foram de 640 e 204, respectivamente, com médias de aumento anuais de 23,5 pmp e 6 pmp para prevalência e incidência, respectivamente. Taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 19,5%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 92,3% estavam em hemodiálise e 7,7%, em diálise peritoneal, com 29.545 (22,1%) em fila de espera para transplante. Concentração mediana de bicarbonato no banho de hemodiálise foi de 32 mEq/L. Cateter venoso era usado como acesso em 23,6% dos pacientes em hemodiálise. Taxa de prevalência de sorologia positiva para hepatite C apresentou redução progressiva (3,2%). Conclusão: Número absoluto de pacientes e taxas de incidência e prevalência em diálise no país aumentaram substancialmente no período, embora haja diferenças consideráveis nas taxas por estado. Tem havido persistente aumento no uso de cateter venoso como acesso para diálise; e redução de pacientes com sorologia positiva para hepatite C.

Introduction: Having national data on chronic dialysis is essential in treatment planning. Objective: To present data of the survey from the Brazilian Society of Nephrology on patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis in July 2017. Methods: Data was collected from dialysis units in Brazil. The data collection was done using a questionnaire completed online by the dialysis units. Results: Two hundred and ninety-one centers (38.4%) answered the questionnaire. In July 2017, the estimated total number of dialysis patients was 126,583. National estimates of prevalence and incidence rates of dialysis patients per million population (pmp) were 610 (range: 473 in the North region and 710 in the Midwest) and 194, respectively. The incidence rate of new dialysis patients with diagnosis of diabetic nephropathy was 77 pmp. The annual gross mortality rate was 19.9%. Of the prevalent patients, 93.1% were on hemodialysis and 6.9% on peritoneal dialysis, with 31,226 (24%) on the waiting list for renal transplantation. Venous catheter was used as access in 22.6% of patients on hemodialysis. The prevalence rate of positive serology for hepatitis C continued with a tendency to decrease (3.3%). Conclusion: The absolute number of patients and rates of incidence and prevalence on dialysis continued to increase; the mortality rate tended to rise. There were obvious regional and state discrepancies in these rates. Resumo Introdução: Dados nacionais sobre diálise crônica são fundamentais no planejamento do tratamento. Objetivo: Apresentar dados do inquérito da Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia sobre os pacientes com doença renal crônica em tratamento dialítico em julho de 2017. Métodos: Levantamento de dados de unidades de diálise do país. A coleta de dados foi feita utilizando questionário preenchido on-line pelas unidades de diálise. Resultados: 291 (38,4%) centros responderam ao questionário. Em julho de 2017, o número total estimado de pacientes em diálise foi de 126.583. As estimativas nacionais das taxas de prevalência e de incidência de pacientes em tratamento dialítico por milhão da população (pmp) foram 610 (variação: 473 na região Norte e 710 no Centro-Oeste) e 194, respectivamente. A taxa de incidência de novos pacientes em diálise com diagnóstico de nefropatia diabética foi de 77 pmp. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 19,9%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 93,1% estavam em hemodiálise e 6,9% em diálise peritoneal, com 31.226 (24%) em fila de espera para transplante. Cateter venoso era usado como acesso em 22,6% dos pacientes em hemodiálise. A taxa de prevalência de sorologia positiva para hepatite C continua a mostrar tendência para redução (3,3%). Conclusão: O número absoluto de pacientes e as taxas de incidência e prevalência em diálise continuam a aumentar; a taxa de mortalidade tendeu a elevar-se. Há discrepâncias regionais e estaduais evidentes nessas taxas.

Introduction. The methods and initial results of a web-based platform to collect data from patients receiving maintenance dialysis in Brazil are reported. Methods. Companies providing management software for dialysis centers adapted their system to comply with a formulary of the Brazilian Society of Nephrology. Baseline and follow-up individual patients’ data were transmitted via Internet on monthly bases to the coordinating center from 2011 to 2017. Results. 73 dialysis centers provided information of 24,930 patients: 57% were male, 28% were 64 years old or older, and 13% were overweight/obese. Median dialysis vintage was 28 months. Hemodialysis was the most frequent initial therapy (93%) with venous catheters used in 64% of cases. Conventional hemodialysis remained the main current therapy (90%). Seropositivity for hepatitis C, hepatitis B, and HIV was 2.7%, 1.1%, and 0.5%, respectively. Erythropoietin (53.9%), iron (35.1%), and sevelamer (23.4%) were the most used medications. Hemoglobin < 100 g/L and serum P > 1.74 mmol/L were present in 33.1% and 36.6% of the cases, respectively. The 5-year survival of incident cases (n=7,538) was 57%. Conclusion. The initiative represents an innovative strategy to collect clinical and epidemiologic data of dialysis patients which may be applied to other settings and provides information that can contribute to guiding clinical practice and health care policy.

Introduction: National chronic dialysis data are important for the treatment planning. Objective: To report data of the annual survey of the Brazilian Society of Nephrology about chronic kidney disease patients on dialysis in July 2016. Methods: A survey based on data of dialysis centers from the whole country. The data collection was performed by using a questionnaire filled out on-line by the dialysis centers. Results: 309 (41%) of the dialysis units in the country answered the questionnaire. In July 2016, the total estimated number of patients on dialysis was 122,825. The estimated prevalence and incidence rates of chronic maintenance dialysis were 596 (range: 344 in the North region and 700 in the Southeast) and 193 patients per million of population (pmp), respectively. The annual incidence rate of patients with diabetic nephropathy was 79 pmp. The annual gross mortality rate was 18.2%. For prevalent patients, 92% were on hemodialysis and 8% on peritoneal dialysis, and 29,268 (24%) were on a waiting list of renal transplant. A venous catheter was the vascular access for 20.5% of the hemodialysis patients. The prevalence rates of positive serology for hepatitis B and C showed a tendency to reduce from 2013 (1.4% and 4.2%, respectively) to 2016 (0.7% and 3.7%, respectively). Conclusion: The absolute number and the prevalence and incidence rates of patients on dialysis continue to rise steadily; the gross mortality rate remained stable. Regional inequities are evident in these rates. Resumo Introdução: Dados nacionais sobre diálise crônica são fundamentais no planejamento do tratamento. Objetivo: Apresentar dados do inquérito da Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia sobre os pacientes com doença renal crônica em tratamento dialítico em julho de 2016. Métodos: Levantamento de dados de unidades de diálise do país. A coleta de dados foi feita utilizando questionário preenchido ‘on-line’ pelas unidades de diálise. Resultados: 309 (41%) das unidades responderam ao questionário. Em julho de 2016, o número total estimado de pacientes em diálise foi de 122.825. As estimativas nacionais das taxas de prevalência e de incidência de pacientes em tratamento dialítico por milhão da população (pmp) foram 596 (variação: 344 na região norte e 700 na sudeste) e 193, respectivamente. A taxa de incidência de nefropatia diabética na população em dialise crônica foi de 79 pmp. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 18,2%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 92% estavam em hemodiálise e 8% em diálise peritoneal, 29.268 (24%) estavam em fila de espera para transplante. Cateter venoso era usado como acesso em 20,5% dos pacientes em hemodiálise. As taxas de prevalência de sorologia positiva para hepatite B e C mostram tendência para redução de 2013 (1,4% e 4,2%, respectivamente) para 2016 (0,7% e 3,7%, respectivamente). Conclusão: O número absoluto de pacientes e as taxas de incidência e prevalência em diálise continuam a aumentar de forma constante; a taxa de mortalidade ficou estável. Há discrepâncias regionais e estaduais evidentes nessas taxas.

Introduction: Hemodialysis contributes to increased oxidative stress and induces transitory hypoxemia. Compartmentalization decreases the supply of solutes to the dialyzer during treatment. The aim of this study was to investigate the acute effects of intradialytic aerobic exercise on solute removal, blood gases and oxidative stress in patients with chronic kidney disease during a single hemodialysis session. Methods: Thirty patients were randomized to perform aerobic exercise with cycle ergometer for lower limbs during 30 minutes with intensity between 60-70% of maximal heart rate, or control group (CG). Blood samples were collected prior to and immediately after exercise or the equivalent time in CG. Analysis of blood and dialysate biochemistry as well as blood gases were performed. Mass removal and solute clearance were calculated. Oxidative stress was determined by lipid peroxidation and by the total antioxidant capacity. Results: Serum concentrations of solutes increased with exercise, but only phosphorus showed a significant elevation (p = 0.035). There were no significant changes in solute removal and in the acid-base balance. Both oxygen partial pressure and saturation increased with exercise (p = 0.035 and p = 0.024, respectivelly), which did not occur in the CG. The total antioxidant capacity decreased significantly (p = 0.027). Conclusion: The acute intradialytic aerobic exercise increased phosphorus serum concentration and decreased total antioxidant capacity, reversing hypoxemia resulting from hemodialysis. The intradialytic exercise did not change the blood acid-base balance and the removal of solutes. Resumo Introdução: A hemodiálise contribui para aumentar o estresse oxidativo e induz a hipoxemia transitória. A compartimentalização dos solutos diminui sua oferta para o dialisador durante o tratamento. O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar os efeitos agudos do exercício aeróbio intradialítico sobre a remoção de solutos, gasometria e estresse oxidativo em pacientes com doença renal crônica durante uma sessão de hemodiálise. Métodos: Trinta pacientes foram randomizados para realizar exercício aeróbio com cicloergômetro para membros inferiores durante 30 minutos com intensidade entre 60-70% da frequência cardíaca máxima, ou grupo controle (GC). Amostras sanguíneas foram coletadas antes e imediatamente após o término do exercício ou no período equivalente no GC. Análises da bioquímica do sangue e dialisato e gasometria foram realizadas. A massa removida e a depuração dos solutos foram calculadas. O estresse oxidativo foi determinado pela peroxidação lipídica e capacidade antioxidante total. Resultados: As concentrações séricas dos solutos aumentaram com o exercício, mas somente o fósforo mostrou elevação significativa (p = 0.035). Não houve modificações significantes na remoção de solutos e no equilíbrio ácido-básico. A pressão parcial e a saturação de oxigênio aumentaram com o exercício (p = 0.035 e p = 0.024, respectivamente), o que não ocorreu no GC. A capacidade antioxidante total diminuiu significativamente (p = 0.027). Conclusão: O exercício aeróbico intradialítico agudo aumentou a concentração sérica de fósforo e diminuiu a capacidade antioxidante total, revertendo a hipoxemia resultante da hemodiálise. O exercício intradialítico não alterou o equilíbrio ácido-básico e a remoção de solutos.

The authors of this "fast reading" present the data they have considered as more relevant in the KDIGO 2012 as concerned to evaluation and management of chronic kidney disease. The text does not correspond to their opinion, it is a brief presentation of guidelines that could be useful in clinical practice.

Introducao: Dados nacionais sobre dialise cronica sao fundamentais para o conhecimento e planejamento do tratamento. Objetivo: Apresentar dados do censo da Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia sobre os pacientes com doenca renal cronica em dialise em julho de 2012. Metodos: Levantamento de dados de unidades de dialise de todo o pais. A coleta de dados foi feita utilizando questionario preenchido on-line pelas unidades de dialise do Brasil. Resultados: 255 (39,1%) unidades responderam ao censo. Em julho de 2012, o numero total estimado de pacientes em dialise no pais foi de 97.586. As estimativas nacionais das taxas de prevalencia e de incidencia de doenca renal cronica em tratamento dialitico foram de 503 e 177 pacientes por milhao da populacao, respectivamente. O numero de pacientes que iniciaram tratamento em 2012 foi 34.366. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 18,8%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 31,9% tinham idade ≥ 65 anos, 91,6% estavam em hemodialise e 8,4% em dialise peritoneal, 30.447 (31,2%) estavam em fila de espera para transplante, 28,5% tinham diabetes, 36,6% tinham fosforo serico > 5,5 mg/dl e 34,4% hemoglobina < 11 g/dl. Cateter venoso era usado como acesso em 14,5% dos pacientes em hemodialise. Conclusao: As taxas de prevalencia e incidencia de pacientes em dialise aumentaram, e a taxa de mortalidade tendeu a diminuir em relacao a 2011. Os dados de indicadores da qualidade da dialise de manutencao encontram-se estaveis com tendencia a queda nos niveis de anemia; e mostram a relevância do censo anual para o planejamento da assistencia dialitica.

INTRODUCTION: Malnutrition is multifactorial and may be modified by nutritional intervention. We aimed to assess the impact of an intervention on the nutritional status of malnourished hemodialysis patients and their acceptance of a non-industrialized nutritional supplement. METHODS: 18 patients were studied, they were selected from a previous nutritional assessment where nutritional risk was defined as: subjective global assessment > 15 plus one criterion for malnutrition. The following variables were assessed: anthropometric parameters, subjective global assessment, dietary intake, six-minute walking test, quality of life (SF-36), and biochemical tests. Patients were randomized to either Control or Intervention Groups. The Intervention Group received a dietetic supplement during dialysis containing 355 kcal, prepared from simple ingredients. After three months, subjects from the Control Group and other patients also considered at nutritional risk underwent the same intervention. The study groups were compared after three months, and all patients were analyzed before and after the intervention. RESULTS: Fifteen men and three women, aged 56.4 ± 15.6 years-old, nine in each group, were studied. The Intervention Group showed an improvement in the subjective global assessment (p = 0.04). There were differences in role physical and bodily pain domains of SF-36, with improvement in the Intervention Group and worsening in the Control Group (p = 0.034 and p = 0.021). Comparisons before and after intervention for all patients showed improvement in the subjective global assessment (16.18 ± 4.27 versus 14.37 ± 4.20, p = 0.04), and in the six-minute walking test (496.60 ± 132.59 versus 547.80 ± 132.48 m; p = 0.036). The nutritional supplement was well tolerated by all patients, and it did not cause side effects. CONCLUSIONS: The nutritional intervention improved the subjective global assessment and quality of life of hemodialysis patients at short-term. A global intervention by a dietitian produced specific and nonspecific positive effects in the whole group. Nutritional supplementation was feasible, palatable, and had low cost. Its clinical impact and effectiveness need to be further assessed in a larger group of patients at long-term.

INTRODUÇÃO: Dados nacionais sobre diálise crônica são fundamentais para o planejamento do tratamento. OBJETIVO: Apresentar dados do censo anual da SBN sobre os pacientes com doença renal crônica em diálise de manutenção a 1º de janeiro de 2009. MÉTODOS: Levantamento de dados de unidades de diálise de todo o país. A coleta de dados foi feita utilizando questionário preenchido pelas unidades de diálise do Brasil cadastradas na SBN. RESULTADOS: Das unidades consultadas, 437 (69,8%) responderam ao censo. Em janeiro de 2009, o número estimado de pacientes em diálise foi de 77.589. As estimativas das taxas de prevalência e de incidência de insuficiência renal crônica em tratamento dialítico foram de 405 e 144 pacientes por milhão da população, respectivamente. O número estimado de pacientes que iniciaram tratamento em 2009 foi de 27.612. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 17,1%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 39,9% tinham idade > 60 anos, 89,6% estavam em hemodiálise e 10,4% em diálise peritoneal, 30.419 (39,2%) estavam em fila de espera para transplante, 27% eram diabéticos, 37,9% tinham fósforo sérico > 5,5 mg/dL e 42,8% hemoglobina < 11 g/dL. Cateter venoso foi usado como acesso vascular em 12,4% dos pacientes em hemodiálise. CONCLUSÕES: A prevalência de pacientes em diálise tem apresentado aumento progressivo embora em 2009 as estimativas sejam inferiores às de 2008. Os dados chamam atenção para indicadores da qualidade diálise de manutenção que necessitam ser melhorados. E destacam a importância do censo anual para o planejamento da assistência dialítica. INTRODUCTION: National dialysis data are fundamental for treatment planning. OBJECTIVE: To report data of the annual survey of the Brazilian Society of Nephrology about chronic renal failure patients on dialysis in January 2009. METHODS: A survey based on data of dialysis units from the whole country. The data collection was performed by using a questionnaire filled out by the dialysis units in Brazil. RESULTS: 427 (69.8%) of the dialysis units in the country answered the questionnaire. National data were estimated for the overall dialysis population. In January 2009, the total estimated number of patients on dialysis was 77,589. The estimated prevalence and incidence rates of chronic renal failure on maintenance dialysis were 405 and 144 patients per million population, respectively. The estimated number of new patients starting dialysis program in 2009 was 27,612. The annual gross mortality rate was 17.1%. For prevalent patients, 39.9% were aged 60 years or older, 89.6% were on hemodialysis and 10.4% on peritoneal dialysis, 30,419 (39.2%) were on a waiting list of renal transplant, 27% were diabetics, 37.9% had serum phosphorus > 5.5 mg/dL and 42.8% hemoglobin < 11 g/dL. A venous catheter was the vascular access for 12.4% of the hemodialysis patients. CONCLUSIONS: The prevalence of chronic renal failure on maintenance dialysis is increasing in Brazil, although in 2009 the estimate is lower than in 2008. The data call attention to indicators of the quality of maintenance dialysis that need to be improved and highlight the importance of the census to guide chronic dialysis therapy.

In this study we aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of enoxaparin with unfractioned heparin (UFH) as anticoagulant for continuous venovenous hemodialysis (CVVHD).An open-label randomized controlled trial was carried out in an intensive care unit (ICU) where 40 patients with acute renal failure (ARF) who needed continuous renal replacement therapy were randomized to receive UFH (n=21) or enoxaparin (n=19). Coagulation parameters were evaluated, and antithrombotic activity of UFH was measured by activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) and for enoxaparin by anti-factor Xa activity. Primary outcomes were thrombosis of the extracorporeal circuit and bleeding, classified as major or minor.Minor bleeding episodes were observed only in patients anticoagulated with enoxaparin (26 vs. 0%, p=0.018). Comparing patients with or without bleeding after 24 hours of therapy, the level of anticoagulation tended to be higher (anti-factor Xa: 1.62 vs. 1.13 IU/mL, p=0.09) and the platelet count to be lower [107+/-53 vs. 229+/-84 (x10(3)/microL), p=0.09] in patients who bled, but without statistical difference. Filter life span of enoxaparin and UFH groups was similar (43+/-15 vs. 52+/-18 hr, p=0.10), as well as the proportion of circuit clotting.Weight-unadjusted enoxaparin in patients with ARF in CVVHD was associated with an increased rate of bleeding, a finding that addresses the need to adjust drug dose and to monitor anti-factor Xa activity during dialysis. No benefit to prolong dialysis circuit survival was found with enoxaparin. In patients who do not present contraindication for systemic anticoagulation, UFH remains an effective and low-cost option.

A doença renal crônica (DRC) atinge hoje proporções epidêmicas e constitui um problema emergente de saúde pública. Fatores de risco comuns entre a uremia e a doença cardiovascular (DCV) são reconhecidos e resultam na elevada prevalência de eventos cardiovasculares que são a principal causa de morte em pacientes com DRC. O desenvolvimento de aterosclerose acelerada está relacionado a fatores de risco tradicionais, como diabetes mellitus, hipertensão arterial, dislipidemia e tabagismo, mas recentemente tem sido verificado que outros fatores não tradicionais também estão fortemente associados, entre os quais inflamação, estresse oxidativo, disfunção endotelial e a uremia per se, mesmo em estágios mais precoces da DRC. Marcadores do estado inflamatório, como proteína C-reativa, interleucina 6 e fibrinogênio, correlacionam-se com mortalidade cardiovascular. A associação entre inflamação, desnutrição e aterosclerose acelerada compõe a síndrome MIA (malnutrition, inflammation and atherosclerosis), comumente detectada em urêmicos, e que está diretamente relacionada com a gênese da DCV. Outros fatores importantes são o estresse oxidativo exacerbado, medido pela oxidação lipídica, protéica e de carboidratos (AGES) e que ocasiona dano tecidual, e a disfunção endotelial, agravada pelo ambiente urêmico e por outros fatores. Estas alterações, em conjunto, constituem a base do processo patogênico de aterosclerose e da DCV em pacientes com DRC, contribuindo para a sua elevada morbi-mortalidade. Este artigo é uma revisão atualizada dos mecanismos de inflamação e estresse oxidativo e sua relação com aterosclerose na doença renal crônica.Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has reached epidemic proportions in the last few years, generating an emergent public health problem. Common risk factors for CKD and cardiovascular disease (CVD) are now well known resulting in a high prevalence rate of cardiovascular events which are the main cause of death in CKD patients. Development of accelerated atherosclerosis is related to traditional risk factors such as diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, dislipidemia and smoking, but recently other non traditional factors were found to be significantly associated with cardiovascular mortality, including inflammation, oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction and uremia, even at early stages of CKD. Inflammatory markers such as C-reactive protein, interleukin 6 and fibrinogen are all correlated with cardiovascular death. The MIA syndrome is characterized by the association between inflammation, malnutrition and accelerated atherosclerosis, a condition commonly found in uremic patients, which is related to the genesis of CVD. Other important factors are the high level of oxidative stress, expressed by oxidized lipids, proteins and carbohydrates (AGES) (Advanced Glycation End Products), which cause tissue damage and endothelial dysfunction, that is aggraveted by the uremic environment and other factors. These alterations are the basis for the pathogenic process of atherosclerosis and CVD in CKD patients, contributing to their high morbidity/ mortality. This article is an updated review of the mechanisms of inflammation and oxidative stress and their relation to atherosclerosis in CKD.

Introduction: National chronic dialysis data have had impact in the treatment planning. Objective: To report data of the annual survey of the Brazilian Society of Nephrology about chronic kidney disease patients on dialysis in July 2014. Methods: A survey based on data of dialysis units from the whole country. The data collection was performed by using a questionnaire filled out on-line by the dialysis units. Results: Three hundred twelve (44%) of the dialysis units in the country answered the questionnaire. In July 2014, the total estimated number of patients on dialysis was 112,004. The estimated prevalence and incidence rates of chronic maintenance dialysis were 552 (range: 364 in the North region and 672 in the Southeast) and 180 patients per million population (pmp), respectively. The annual incidence rate of patients with diabetic nephropathy was 77 pmp. The annual gross mortality rate was 19%. For prevalent patients, 91% were on hemodialysis and 9% on peritoneal dialysis, 32,499 (29%) were on a waiting list of renal transplant, 37% were overweight/obese, 29% were diabetics, 16% had PTH levels > 600 pg/ml and 26% hemoglobin < 10 g/dl. A venous catheter was the vascular access for 17% of the hemodialysis patients. Conclusion: During 2011-2014 the prevalence and incidence rates of patients on dialysis tended to increase, while the gross mortality rate remained stable. In 2014, diabetes was the primary renal disease in 42% of the new dialysis patients.

OBJETIVO. A hiperpigmentação cutânea é comumente encontrada em pacientes portadores de insuficiência renal crônica (IRC), sendo também uma das manifestações mais evidentes da Porfiria Cutânea Tarda (PCT). Essa doença, que tem sido relatada em pacientes em hemodiálise (HD), tem como um dos fatores precipitantes a infecção pelo vírus da hepatite C (HCV). Este estudo tem como objetivo avaliar a prevalência de hiperpigmentação cutânea difusa em pacientes com IRC infectados pelo HCV. MÉTODOS. Foi desenvolvido um estudo transversal com 47 pacientes (idade média de 50,35 ± 15,16 anos, 31 homens e 16 mulheres) que estavam realizando hemodiálise na Unidade de Diálise do Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre. Os pacientes foram divididos em dois grupos: grupo 1, anti-HCV positivos (n=17), e grupo 2, anti-HCV negativos (n=30). RESULTADOS. A prevalência de pacientes com hiperpigmentação cutânea relacionada a HD foi de 36,2% (n=17). Havia 10 pacientes (58,8 %) no grupo 1 e sete pacientes (23,3%) no grupo 2 (Razão de Risco de 2,52 e Intervalo de Confiança de 95% de 1,18 a 5,4; p

OBJETIVO: A hiperpigmentação cutânea é comumente encontrada em pacientes portadores de insuficiência renal crônica (IRC), sendo também uma das manifestações mais evidentes da Porfiria Cutânea Tarda (PCT). Essa doença, que tem sido relatada em pacientes em hemodiálise (HD), tem como um dos fatores precipitantes a infecção pelo vírus da hepatite C (HCV). Este estudo tem como objetivo avaliar a prevalência de hiperpigmentação cutânea difusa em pacientes com IRC infectados pelo HCV. MÉTODOS: Foi desenvolvido um estudo transversal com 47 pacientes (idade média de 50,35 ± 15,16 anos, 31 homens e 16 mulheres) que estavam realizando hemodiálise na Unidade de Diálise do Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre. Os pacientes foram divididos em dois grupos: grupo 1, anti-HCV positivos (n=17), e grupo 2, anti-HCV negativos (n=30). RESULTADOS: A prevalência de pacientes com hiperpigmentação cutânea relacionada a HD foi de 36,2% (n=17). Havia 10 pacientes (58,8 %) no grupo 1 e sete pacientes (23,3%) no grupo 2 (Razão de Risco de 2,52 e Intervalo de Confiança de 95% de 1,18 a 5,4; pBACKGROUND: Skin pigmentation is commonly found in patients with chronic renal failure (CRF). This symptom is also one of the most evident features of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (PCT). Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is an important precipitating agent of this disease, which has been described in patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD). In this paper, we intend to evaluate the prevalence of difuse skin hyperpigmentation in patients with CRF infected with the HCV. METHODS: We developed a transversal study with 47 patients (mean age 50,35 + 15,16 years; 31 men and 16 women) who were on hemodialysis in march of 2001 at the Unit of Dialysis of Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre. Patients were divided in two groups: group 1, anti-HCV positives (n=17), and group 2, anti-HCV negatives (n=30). RESULTS: The prevalence of skin hyperpigmentation related to HD was 36,2% (n=17). There were 10 patients (58,8%) in group 1 and 7 (23,3%) in group 2 (Odds Ratio of 2,52 and 95% Confidence Interval of 1,18-5,4; p

Introducao: Dados nacionais sobre dialise cronica tem tido impacto no planejamento do tratamento. Objetivo: Apresentar dados do inquerito da Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia sobre os pacientes com doenca renal cronica em tratamento dialitico em julho de 2013 e comparar com dados de 2011- 12. Metodos: Levantamento de dados de unidades de dialise do pais. A coleta de dados foi feita utilizando questionario preenchido on-line pelas unidades de dialise. Resultados: Trezentos e trinta e quatro (51%) unidades responderam ao inquerito. Em julho de 2013, o numero total estimado de pacientes em dialise foi de 100.397. As estimativas nacionais das taxas de prevalencia e de incidencia de tratamento dialitico foram de 499 (variacao: 284 na regiao Norte e 622 na Sul) e 170 pacientes por milhao da populacao, respectivamente. O numero estimado de pacientes que iniciaram tratamento em 2013 foi 34.161. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 17,9%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 31,4% tinham idade ≥ 65 anos, 90,8% estavam em hemodialise e 9,2% em dialise peritoneal, 31.351 (31,2%) estavam em fila de espera para transplante, 30% tinham diabetes, 17% tinham PTH > 600 pg/ml e 23% hemoglobina < 10 g/dl. Cateter venoso era usado como acesso em 15,4% dos pacientes em hemodialise. Conclusao: O numero absoluto de pacientes em dialise tem aumentado 3% ao ano nos ultimos 3 anos. As taxas de prevalencia e incidencia de pacientes em dialise ficaram estaveis, e a taxa de mortalidade tendeu a diminuir em relacao a 2012. Houve tendencia a melhor controle da anemia e dos niveis de PTH.

Background: The Chronic Kidney Disease Epidemiology Collaboration (CKD-EPI) equation seems to correct the overdiagnosis of chronic kidney disease (CKD) provided by Modification of Diet in Renal Disease (MDRD) equation. However, this point has not been tested in some ethnic groups. This study investigated the performance of MDRD and CKD-EPI equations in South Brazilian individuals. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 354 individuals including healthy volunteers, diabetic and nondiabetic individuals with or without CKD. Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) was measured by the 51Cr-EDTA single- injection method (51Cr-GFR). Accuracy (P30), bias, and Bland-Altman agreement plots were evaluated. Results: In the group as a whole, 51Cr-GFR was 87 ± 37 (6-187), CKD-EPI eGFR, 82 ± 30 (6-152), and MDRD eGFR, 77 ± 28 (6-156) mL/min/1.73 m2 (p < 0.001 for all comparisons). Analyzing the subset of individuals with 51Cr-GFR < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2, P30 values were, respectively, 76% and 84% for MDRD and for CKD-EPI (p < 0.001) while for 51Cr-GFR ≥ 60 mL/min/1.73 m2, P30 values were 57.5% for both equations (p = 1.000). For MDRD and CKD-EPI, mean bias were negative for GFRs < 60 (–11 vs. –12, p = 0.221) and positive for values > 60 (16 vs. 9, p < 0.001). In multivariate analysis, absolute bias was unfavorably influenced by measured GFR > 60 (for MDRD) and being diabetic or younger (for CKD-EPI). Conclusions: CKD-EPI reduces GFR underestimation in individuals with GFRs > 60, but still presents a quite low accuracy at this GFR range. Moreover, it tends to overestimate GFR in subjects with GFRs < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2. CKD stages 1 and 2, diabetes and young age had a negative influence on the performance of the equations.

Patients on hemodialysis (HD) show changes in muscle structure and function reducing their functional capacity. This study was conduted to assess the effects of respiratory muscle training (RMT) and peripheral muscle training (PMT) during dialysis on functional parameters, inflammatory state, and quality of life (QoL) in patients on HD. Randomized controlled trial included 39 patients on HD, and they were divided into three groups: RMT (n = 11), PMT (n = 14), and controls (C, n = 14). Training was performed during the HD session for 10 weeks. Maximal inspiratory pressure (PI(max)), maximal expiratory pressure (PE(max)), forced vital capacity (FVC), six-minute walk test (6MWT), Kt/V(sp), biochemical parameters, and inflammatory state (i.e., level of high sensitivity C-reactive protein) were evaluated. Variation from baseline was calculated by Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The ΔPI(max) was 22.5 ± 3.2, 9.1 ± 2.9, and -4.9 ± 2.8 cmH(2)O in the RMT, PMT and C, respectively (p 0.001); ΔPE(max) was 10.8 ± 6.6, 3.7 ± 5.9, and -15.6 ± 5.9 cmH(2)O respectively (p = 0.014). The Δ6MWT was significantly greater in RMT and PMT (65.5 ± 9; 30.8 ± 8 m) than in C (-0.5 ± 8.1 m), p 0.001. Although biochemical parameters decreased after training, Kt/V remained unchanged. CRP decreased only in the RMT and PMT groups. There was a significant increase in QoL scores in the training groups (vs. C) in energy/fatigue (p = 0.002), sleep (p 0.001), pain (p 0.001), and list of symptoms/problems (p = 0.014). A short period of RMT or PMT during HD significantly improved functional capacity, with RMT showing greater effect than PMT. Muscle training improved biochemical and inflammatory markers, but a direct cause and effect relationship could not be established by this study.

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have reduced physical and functional capacity when compared with the general population. Hemodialysis (HD) restricts patients activities, favoring a sedentary lifestyle and leading to functional limitations. HD patients are less active, present low exercise tolerance and have high physical deconditioning. Physical exercise programs have been proposed as a strategy not only to treat clinical symptoms, but also to reduce physical limitations and improve the quality of life of these patients.The purpose of this study was to review the literature on the effects of physical exercise (aerobic exercise on a cycle ergometer for the lower limbs) on CKD undergoing HD.The Medline, PubMed, Scielo, Embase and DirectScience databases were searched.Fourteen randomized controlled clinical trials were analyzed as regards the timing of the intervention during the HD session, exercise intensity and frequency, the duration of the intervention and the main results.The studies demonstrated that aerobic exercises performed during HD improve the aerobic capacity and physical conditioning, reduce fatigue and anxiety, improve muscle capillarization and resting blood pressure, increase exercise duration and improve urea clearance.

INTRODUÇÃO: Pacientes com doença renal crônica (DRC) têm capacidade física e funcional reduzida quando comparados à população geral. O tratamento hemodialítico torna as atividades desses pacientes restritas, favorecendo o estilo de vida sedentário e a limitação funcional. Pacientes em hemodiálise (HD) são menos ativos, apresentam baixa tolerância ao exercício e alto descondicionamento físico. Em virtude dessas alterações, têm sido propostos programas de exercício físico que visam não somente ao tratamento dos sinais clínicos da doença, mas de suas repercussões na função e na qualidade de vida. OBJETIVOS: Realizar uma revisão da literatura sobre os efeitos do exercício físico em pacientes portadores de DRC submetidos a programas de exercício aeróbio em cicloergômetro para membros inferiores durante a HD. MÉTODOS: Foram realizadas consultas às bases de dados Medline, PubMed, Scielo, Embase e ScienceDirect. RESULTADOS: Analisaram-se 14 estudos experimentais randomizados controlados, considerando o período de realização da intervenção na HD, a intensidade e a frequência do exercício, a duração da intervenção e os principais resultados. CONCLUSÃO: Os estudos demonstraram que exercícios aeróbios realizados durante a HD promovem a melhora da capacidade aeróbia e o condicionamento físico, além de redução da fadiga e ansiedade, melhora da capilarização muscular e pressão arterial de repouso, aumento no tempo de duração dos exercícios e melhora na depuração da ureia. INTRODUCTION: Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have reduced physical and functional capacity when compared with the general population. Hemodialysis (HD) restricts patients activities, favoring a sedentary lifestyle and leading to functional limitations. HD patients are less active, present low exercise tolerance and have high physical deconditioning. Physical exercise programs have been proposed as a strategy not only to treat clinical symptoms, but also to reduce physical limitations and improve the quality of life of these patients. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to review the literature on the effects of physical exercise (aerobic exercise on a cycle ergometer for the lower limbs) on CKD undergoing HD. METHODS: The Medline, PubMed, Scielo, Embase and DirectScience databases were searched. RESULTS: Fourteen randomized controlled clinical trials were analyzed as regards the timing of the intervention during the HD session, exercise intensity and frequency, the duration of the intervention and the main results. CONCLUSION: The studies demonstrated that aerobic exercises performed during HD improve the aerobic capacity and physical conditioning, reduce fatigue and anxiety, improve muscle capillarization and resting blood pressure, increase exercise duration and improve urea clearance.

National data on maintenance dialysis are important for treatment planning.To describe the results of the dialysis census of the Brazilian Society of Nephrology for 2011 and observed trends from 2000 to 2011.A survey was conducted using questionnaire filled online by the dialysis units, with July as reference month for estimates. From a total of 645 units, 353 (54.9%) responded to the survey.The estimated number of patients on dialysis in Brazil was 91,314 in 2011 (42,629 in 2010; 92,091 in 2011). For approximately 85% of the patients the treatment was provided by the Brazilian Unified Health Care System. The estimated prevalence and incidence rates in 2011 were 475 and 149 maintenance dialysis patients per million population, respectively. For prevalent patients, 90.6% were on hemodialysis, 31.5% 65 years of age or older, 28% diabetic and 35.5% (n=32,454) on waiting list for transplantation in 2011. The estimated number of patients starting dialysis in 2011 was 28,680 (18,972 in 2010) and annual mortality rate 19.9% (17.9% in 2010).The data indicate pronounced increase in the dialysis population across the years in Brazil with a trend for stabilization in the last two years. The reason for the increase in incidence and mortality in 2011 deserves investigation. A large number of patients were on waiting list for renal transplantation. By providing a picture of the situation and trends on maintenance dialysis treatment in Brazil the census is useful to guide resources allocation and interventions to improve treatment quality.

INTRODUÇÃO: Dados nacionais sobre diálise crônica são essenciais para o planejamento do tratamento de tal enfermidade. OBJETIVO: Apresentar dados do Censo da Sociedade Brasileira de Nefrologia (SBN) sobre os pacientes com doença renal crônica que estavam em diálise de manutenção em 1 de julho de 2010. MÉTODOS: Levantamento dos dados de unidades de diálise de todo o país. A coleta de dados foi feita utilizando questionário preenchido online pelas unidades de diálise do Brasil cadastradas na SBN. RESULTADOS: Das unidades consultadas, 340 (53,3%) responderam ao Censo. A partir dessas respostas foram feitas estimativas nacionais para a população em diálise. Em julho de 2010, o número estimado de pacientes em diálise foi de 92.091. As estimativas nacionais das taxas de prevalência e de incidência de insuficiência renal crônica em tratamento dialítico foram de 483 e 100 pacientes por milhão da população, respectivamente. O número estimado de pacientes que iniciaram tratamento em 2010 foi 18.972. A taxa anual de mortalidade bruta foi de 17,9%. Dos pacientes prevalentes, 30,7% tinham idade igual ou superior a 65 anos; 90,6% estavam em hemodiálise e 9,4% em diálise peritoneal; 35.639 (38,7%) estavam em fila de espera para transplante; 28% eram diabéticos; 34,5% tinham fósforo sérico > 5,5 mg/dL e 38,5%, hemoglobina < 11 g/dL. O cateter venoso era usado como acesso vascular em 13,6% dos pacientes em hemodiálise. CONCLUSÕES: A prevalência de pacientes em diálise tem apresentado aumento progressivo. Os dados dos indicadores da qualidade diálise de manutenção melhoraram em relação a 2009 e destacam a importância do censo anual para o planejamento da assistência dialítica. INTRODUCTION: National chronic dialysis data are fundamental for treatment planning. OBJECTIVE: To report data of the annual survey of the Brazilian Society of Nephrology about patients with chronic renal failure who were on dialysis in 1 July, 2010. METHODS: A national survey based on data from the country's dialysis centers. Data collection was performed by using a questionnaire filled out online by the dialysis centers. RESULTS: 340 (53.3%) centers answered the questionnaire. National data were estimated for the overall dialysis population. In July 2010, the estimated total number of patients on dialysis was 92,091. The estimated prevalence and incidence rates of end-stage chronic kidney disease patients on maintenance dialysis were 483 and 100/million population, respectively. The estimated number of patients starting a dialysis program in 2010 was 18,972. The annual crude mortality rate was 17.9%. Of those on maintenance dialysis, 30.7% were aged 65 years or older, 90.6% were on hemodialysis and 9.4% on peritoneal dialysis, 35,639 (38.7%) were on a kidney transplant waiting list, 28% were diabetics, 34.5% had serum phosphorus levels > 5.5 mg/dL, and 38.5% had hemoglobin levels < 11 g/dL. Vascular access was through a venous catheter in 13.6% of the hemodialysis patients. CONCLUSIONS: The number of end-stage kidney disease patients on maintenance dialysis is increasing in Brazil. Data concerning the indicators of the quality of maintenance dialysis improved compared to the prior year, and they highlight the importance of the census to guide chronic dialysis therapy.