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How effective is dialysis for treating acute renal failure?

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Dr. Fred McCurdy answered

Specializes in Pediatric Nephrology and Dialysis

Treating ARF: When used correctly and the underlying reason is also treated correctly, you cannot beat the combination of medical management of ARF along with prudent dialysis.

Answered 3/24/2015

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