Novel Uses for Peritoneal Dialysis

Apart from its use in patients with end-stage kidney disease or acute kidney injury, there has recently been interest in the potential use of peritoneal dialysis for other, nonrenal indications. Herein, we review two nonrenal areas that are currently being evaluated: use of liposomal-supported peritoneal dialysis for the removal of endogenous and exogenous toxins and use of peritoneal dialysis to reduce risk of secondary brain injury following ischemic stroke.