Examine the Epidemiology and Outcomes of Transitions From PD-to-HD in Canada

Transitions from peritoneal dialysis to hemodialysis are common during kidney replacement therapy and may be associated with adverse outcomes. However, the incidence, predictors, and outcomes of PD-to-HD transitions at a national level remain incompletely characterized. This study will use Canadian dialysis and hospitalization databases to examine the epidemiology and outcomes of PD-to-HD transitions among adults initiating dialysis in Canada. The study will evaluate transition incidence, predictors, and post-transition outcomes including mortality, transplantation, modality changes, and hospitalizations.