Nutritional Status and Immune Functions in Hemodialysis Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Hayriye Sayarlioglu, Reha Erkoc, Cengiz Demir, Ekrem Dogan, Mehmet Sayarlioglu, Ahmet Faik Oner, Imdat Dilek
Primary Institution: Yuzuncu Yil University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the relationship between immune functions and nutritional status of hemodialysis patients.
Conclusion
A positive correlation between albumin, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels and immune functions in hemodialysis patients was observed.
Supporting Evidence
- Positive correlation of serum albumin levels with total lymphocyte count and CD4 count was observed.
- Serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels were positively correlated with total lymphocyte count.
- Negative correlation of serum ferritin with the number of CD8 and total lymphocyte count was observed.
Takeaway
This study found that better nutrition helps the immune system in patients who are on dialysis.
Methodology
The study measured various serum parameters and lymphocyte counts in hemodialysis patients.
Limitations
Further prospective studies are needed to determine the clinical importance of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The study included 54 patients, 34 females and 20 males, with a mean age of 46.6 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.002
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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