Absolute Indications
Uremic Pericarditis
Symptomatic Hyperkalemia Refractory to Kayexalate Therapy
Symptomatic Fluid Retention (Pulmonary Edema) Refractory to Diuretic Therapy
Severe Metabolic Acidosis Refractory to Sodium Bicarbonate Therapy (especially if symptomatic)
Relative Indications
Symptomatic Uremia (encephalopathy, gastrointestinal mucosal hemorrhaging, etc.)
Dialyzable Toxins