Table 1:

Conceptual benefits of integrated home dialysis.

Preservation of schedule flexibility during PD

Possibility to travel during PD

Ability to use incremental PD

Possibility of “urgent-start” home dialysis using PD

Easier training in home dialysis (for PD as initial modality but also for HHD considering previous self-care experience)

Protection of RKF

Preservation of vascular access sites

Reduced risk of bacteremia and hepatitis transmission during PD

Lower healthcare costs in PD compared to HHD (and in HHD compared to HD as a 2nd modality)

Technique longevity in HHD after the transfer from PD