Table 2.

Complications Associated With CRRT

Catheter-related complications

Hemorrhage

Infection

Venous thrombosis

Venous stenosis

Traumatic arteriovenous fistula

Pneumothorax

Hemothorax

Air embolism

Visceral injury

Extracorporeal circuit-related complications

Allergic reaction to hemodialyzer/hemofilter or tubing

Circuit thrombosis

Hemolysis

Air embolism

Hypothermia

Hypotension

Electrolyte disturbances

Hypophosphatemia

Hypokalemia

Hypocalcemia

Hypomagnesemia

Incorrect medication dosing

CRRT = continuous renal replacement therapy.