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Surprising Stats About Cardiovascular Disease and Hemodialysis

Written by Susan Eymann, MS | Jul 6, 2016 11:00:00 AM

There is a silent killer among hemodialysis patients, and it has nothing to do with renal health. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer of hemodialysis patients, and it’s often overlooked. A simple addition to a hemodialysis procedure can prevent a sudden cardiac event. This infographic looks at the rise of the CVD epidemic and what you can do about it.