TY - JOUR T1 - Urgent-start peritoneal dialysis JO - NefrologĂ­a T2 - AU - Yaxley,Julian AU - Scott,Tahira SN - 02116995 M3 - 10.1016/j.nefro.2022.05.002 DO - 10.1016/j.nefro.2022.05.002 UR - https://www.revistanefrologia.com/es-urgent-start-peritoneal-dialysis-articulo-S0211699522001060 AB - Peritoneal dialysis is an important form of kidney replacement therapy. Most patients presenting with an unplanned, urgent need for dialysis are prescribed haemodialysis, leading to peritoneal dialysis underutilisation. Urgent-start peritoneal dialysis refers to treatment that is commenced within 2 weeks of catheter placement. Urgent-start peritoneal dialysis represents an efficacious, cost-effective alternative to the conventional approach of commencing dialysis. There is a paucity of evidence to guide management, however experience with the technique is increasing. This article overviews the rationale and practical application of urgent-start peritoneal dialysis. ER -