5/29/2012 - DOPPS Explained

Ron Pisoni, PhD, and Doug Fuller explain Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (DOPPS). DOPPS is a prospective cohort study of hemodialysis practices based on the collection of observational data of a random sample of patients from 12 countries. The study seeks to determine which dialysis practices are associated with the best patient outcomes. The primary goal is to improve patient longevity and quality of life. Learn how these studies can help you as a patient.