ContextMorbidity and mortality rates in hemodialysis patients remain excessive. Alterations
in the delivery of dialysis may lead to improved patient outcomes. ObjectiveTo compare the
effects of frequent nocturnal hemodialysis vs conventional hemodialysis on change in left
ventricular mass and health-related quality of life over 6 months. Design, Setting, and
ParticipantsA 2-group, parallel, randomized controlled trial conducted at 2 Canadian
university centers between August 2004 and December 2006. A total of 52 patients …