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CRRT 2005 Conference Summary
Program and Workshops


Wednesday, March 9


6:00pm-8:00 pm Registration

Thursday Morning, March 10


7:00am-7:30pm Registration
8:45am-4:45pm WORKSHOPS
(open to all participants - applicable to physicians, nurses and allied personnel) (Codes: C= Core workshop, I = Intermediate, A = Advanced, N= Nurses, AP = of interest to nurses and allied personnel)

Workshops designated by an asterisk (*) will be presented twice in different time slots.

Workshops presented in a series are marked with a "1" for a primary workshop discussion in this area and "2" for a more complex or advanced discussion in this area.

Please note that the series workshops 1 and 2 can be either taken subsequently (following each other) or they can each be taken independently (e.g. workshop 1 can be taken without taking workshop 2 and vice versa).

WORKSHOP GROUP 1
8:45-10:15
8:45-10:15 A01 CRRT Systems I
I. Fresenius Systems
Christian Schlaeper, MS
8:45-10:15 A01 II. Baxter - Edwards Lifesciences Critical Care Nephrology Alliance Accura/Aquarius
Bev Ryan, RN
Lee C. Ware, RN
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
8:45-10:15 B02 Vascular Access /Membrane and Circuit 1
Ian Baldwin, RN, MN, ACCCN
Reinhold Deppisch, PhD
Michael A. Kraus, MD
Principles of catheter choice, placement, maintenance, recognition and management of complications, selection and use of membranes for different applications, circuit design, setup and monitoring
8:45-10:15 C03 Dialysis Dose Prescription and Delivery 1
William R. Clark, MD
Mark R. Marshall, MD, FRACP
Claudio Ronco, MD
Operational characteristics influencing solute removal in IHD, PD and CRRT
8:45-10:15 D04 Drug Management 1
Thomas A. Golper, MD
Bruce A. Mueller, PharmD, FCCP
Miet Schetz, MD, PhD
Dosing principles for critically ill patients and adjustments in extracorporeal support techniques
8:45-10:15 E05 CRRT Around the World: Clinical Vignettes
Emmanuel Burdmann, MD, PhD
Rajasekara Chakravarthi, MD, DNB (Nephrology)
Lei-shi Li, MD, FHKCP
Fernando Liaño, MD, PhD
Patrick T. Murray, MD
Illustrative cases demonstrating applications of CRRT in various settings. Application of CRRT in developing countries
8:45-10:15 F06 Extracorporeal Techniques for Sepsis 1
Patrick M. Honoré, MD
Stanislao Morgera, MD
Ramesh Venkataraman, MD
Rationale for use of extracorporeal support in treatment of sepsis. Experimental models for high permeability membranes, HVHF, VHVHF and hybrid therapies
8:45-10:15 G07 Advances in Technology
Moderator: Ravindra Mehta, MD

1. Baxter/Edwards Critical Care Alliance
2. B. Braun Medical, Inc.
3. DSI-Dialysis Solutions, Inc.
4. Fresenius Medical Care
5. Gambro
6. Nephros Therapeutics
7. NxStage Medical, Inc.
This workshop highlights the current and future advances in technology for extracorporeal support. Available equipment and products from different providers will be compared. This workshop provides a glimpse of all the key equipment and products available for CRRT in one session
10:15-10:30 Coffee Break
WORKSHOP GROUP 2
10:30-12:00
10:30-12:00 A08 CRRT Systems II
I. Nephros Therapeutics
Nancy Bullard, RN, CNN
Rick DaSilva, RN
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
10:30-12:00 A08 CRRT Systems II
II. NxStage Therapy System
Susan Dirkes, RN, MSA, CCRN
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
10:30-12:00 B09 Anticoagulation 1: Mechanisms and Techniques
Andrew Davenport, MD, MA
Ashita Tolwani, MD
Anticoagulation regimens: Mechanisms, selection, prescription, monitoring and implementation
10:30-12:00 C10 Fluid Management 1
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
Michael R. Pinsky, MD
Principles of volume assessment, fluid removal and fluid regulation with different CRRT equipment
10:30-12:00 D11 Developing, Implementing and Maintaining a CRRT Program
Jorge Cerda, MD, FACP, FASN
Rhonda K. Martin, RN, MS, MLT(ASCP)
Karen Schardin, RN
Practical issues for organization and implementation of a CRRT program. Developing and implementing policies and protocols for CRRT
10:30-12:00 E12 Plasma Exchange Therapy and Hybrid Techniques 1
H. David Humes, MD
Andre A. Kaplan, MD
Shigeto Oda, MD
Principles of plasma exchange, sorbent based and hybrid therapies for extracorporeal support. Results from experimental models and human studies
10:30-12:00 F13 Heart Failure and Cardio-Renal Syndrome 1
Richard Amerling, MD
Alan Maisel, MD
Emil P. Paganini, MD, FACP, FRCP
James A. Tumlin, MD
Pathophysiology, recognition and management strategies for cardiac and renal failure in the critically ill patient
10:30-12:00 G14 Pediatric CRRT: The Basics
Steven R. Alexander, MD
Patrick D. Brophy, MD, FAAP, FRCPC
Timothy E. Bunchman, MD
Stuart L. Goldstein, MD
Jordan M. Symons, MD
Technique requirement and application for use in children including neonates
12:00-1:30 Lunch on your own

Thursday Afternoon, March 10


WORKSHOP GROUP 3
1:30-3:00
1:30-3:00 A15 CRRT Systems III
I. Gambro Prisma
Stacey L. Johnson
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
1:30-3:00 A15 CRRT Systems III
II. B.Braun Diapact
Tony Annone, CRRT Product Special
Ken Click, CRRT Product Special
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
1:30-3:00 B16 Solutions for CRRT 1
Timothy E. Bunchman, MD
Michael A. Kraus, MD
Emil P. Paganini, MD, FACP, FRCP
Amy M. Sprague, MD
Sheldon W. Tobe, MD
Basic concepts for formulation and application of various solutions for pre-dilution, replacement and dialysate in critically ill patients
1:30-3:00 C17 Therapy Comparisons I: SLED vs. CRRT vs. PD
Richard Amerling, MD
Ian Baldwin, RN, MN, ACCCN
Mark R. Marshall, MD, FRACP
Raymond C. Vanholder, MD PhD
Comparisons of operational characteristics including anticoagulation, membranes, solutions and flows and approaches for ongoing and future research
1:30-3:00 D18 Nutritional Assessment and Support 1
Paul E. Marik, MD
Miguel C. Riella, MD, PhD
Pathophysiology of malnutrition in critically ill patients. Principles of nutritional assessment and support
1:30-3:00 E19 A Systems-based Approach to CRRT
Geraldine Biddle, RN, CNN, CPHQ
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
Principles of systems based management strategies and their application to CRRT. Approaches to reduce errors in therapy prescription and delivery
1:30-3:00 F20 Hepatic Failure and Hepato-renal Syndrome 1
Tarek Hassanein, MD
Kang H. Lee, MD
Jan Stange, MD
Pathophysiology of hepatic failure and rationale for use of different techniques for extracorporeal support techniques (Cell based systems, MARS, CRRT) for hepatic support
1:30-3:00 G21 Nursing Issues in Pediatric CRRT
Helen Currier, BSN, RN, CNN
John Gardner, RN
Practical issues for setting up and maintaining a pediatric CRRT program. Policies and procedures and protocol based management
3:00-3:15 Coffee Break
WORKSHOP GROUP 4
3:15-4:45
3:15-4:45 A22 CRRT Systems I
I. Fresenius Systems
Christian Schlaeper, MS
3:15-4:45 A22 II. Baxter - Edwards Lifesciences Critical Care Nephrology Alliance Accura/Aquarius
Bev Ryan, RN
Lee C. Ware, RN
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
3:15-4:45 B23 Vascular Access/Membrane and Circuit 2
Ian Baldwin, RN, MN, ACCCN
Reinhold Deppisch, PhD
Michael A. Kraus, MD
Case based discussion of various factors influencing circuit longevity, membrane function and troubleshooting for problems encountered
3:15-4:45 C24 Dialysis Dose Prescription and Delivery 2
William R. Clark, MD
Mark R. Marshall, MD, FRACP
Claudio Ronco, MD
Case based discussions of prescription of dose, modality choice and optimal dose delivery to match the therapy to the patients need
3:15-4:45 D25 Drug Management 2
Thomas A. Golper, MD
Bruce A. Mueller, PharmD, FCCP
Miet Schetz, MD, PhD
Case based discussion of practical aspects for drug prescription, delivery and management of drug interactions in CRRT
3:15-4:45 E26 CRRT Around the World
Emmanuel Burdmann, MD, PhD
Rajasekara Chakravarthi, MD, DNB (Nephrology)
Lei-shi Li, MD, FHKCP
Fernando Liaño, MD, PhD
Patrick T. Murray, MD
Illustrative cases demonstrating applications of CRRT in various settings. Application of CRRT in developing countries
3:15-4:45 F27 Extracorporeal Techniques for Sepsis 2
Patrick M. Honoré, MD
Stanislao Morgera, MD
Ramesh Venkataraman, MD
Technical considerations and practical application of extracorporeal support techniques for sepsis. Results of human studies for use of high permeability membranes, HVHF, VHVHF and hybrid techniques for sepsis
3:15-4:45 G28 Advances in Technology
Moderator: Ravindra Mehta, MD

1. Baxter/Edwards Critical Care Alliance
2. B. Braun Medical, Inc.
3. DSI-Dialysis Solutions, Inc.
4. Fresenius Medical Care
5. Gambro
6. Nephros Therapeutics
7. NxStage Medical, Inc.
This workshop highlights the current and future advances in technology for extra corporeal support. Available equipment and components from different providers will be compared. This workshop provides a glimpse of all the key equipment and products available for CRRT in one session
4:45 Adjourn
5:00-6:30 Opening Ceremony - A Historical Perspective of CRRT

An overview of the technology and how the therapeutic machinery has evolved; and a viewpoint of how the technology may be changing in the next few years.
Moderator: Thomas Golper, MD
Thomas A. Golper, MD
Lee Henderson, MD
Claudio Ronco, MD

5:15-5:45 pm
The Beginning of Hemofiltration
Lee Henderson, MD

5:45-6:00 pm
Technological Advances in Continuous Therapies:
The Past, the Present and the Future
Claudio Ronco, MD
6:30-8:00 Welcome Reception
Poster Viewing and Exhibits Open

Friday Morning, March 11


6:30am-6:00pm Registration

Session I: Patient Characteristics

7:20-7:30 Opening Remarks
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
MINI-SYMPOSIA
Organ Dysfunction in the Critically Ill Patient: Emerging Concepts
7:30-9:45 Co-chair: William L. Macias, MD, PhD
Co-chair: Michael R. Pinsky, MD
7:30- 7:50 Acute Kidney Injury: Mechanisms and Adaptations
Joseph V. Bonventre, MD, PhD
7:50- 8:10 Stress Hyperglycemia, Insulin and Immunomodulation in Sepsis
Paul E. Marik, MD
8:10-8:30 Hepatic Failure and Hepatorenal Syndrome
Kang H. Lee, MD
8:30-8:50 Brain Injury
Hoi Sang U, MD
8:50-9:10 Pathophysiology of Uremia
Raymond C. Vanholder, MD PhD
9:10-9:30 Repair Mechanisms: The Role of Stem Cells
Joseph V. Bonventre, MD, PhD
9:30-9:45 Panel Discussion
Moderator: Noel Gibney, MD
Noel Gibney, MD
9:45-10:00 Coffee Break
MINI-SYMPOSIA
Controversies in Management of the Critically Ill Patient: Can We Modulate
10:00-12:30 Co-chair: Lee Henderson, MD
Co-chair: Miet Schetz, MD, PhD
10:00-10:20 Dysregulation of the Immune Response in Sepsis: Opportunities to Intervene?
Michael R. Pinsky, MD
10:20-10:35 Re-establishing Organ Function in Severe Sepsis: Targeting the Microcirculation
William L. Macias, MD, PhD
10:35-10:55 Immunomodulation with High Volume Hemofiltration
Patrick M. Honoré, MD
10:55-11:15 Hemofiltration: Effect on Apoptosis
Claudio Ronco, MD
11:15-11:35 High Permeability Membrane Hemofiltration and Dialysis: Effects on Inflammatory Mediators
Stanislao Morgera, MD
11:35-11:55 Immunomodulation With Cell-based Systems
James A. Tumlin, MD
11:55-12:15 Cytokine Removal with Sorbents
Ramesh Venkataraman, MD
12:15-12:30 Panel Discussion
Moderator: Emil Paganini, MD
Emil P. Paganini, MD, FACP, FRCP
12:30-1:30 Lunch Hosted by Conference

Friday Afternoon, March 11


Session II: Emerging Concepts in ARF and CRRT

1:30-3:00 Concurrent Workshops and Nursing and Allied Personnel Sessions
Simultaneous Session for Nursing and Allied Personnel
MINI-SYMPOSIA
Contemporary Topics in Nursing Care: Interdisciplinary Interactions
1:30-3:00 Co-chair: Geraldine Biddle, RN, CNN, CPHQ
Co-chair: Helen Currier, BSN, RN, CNN
1:30-1:50 Improving Patient Safety: Preventing Errors
Bruce A. Mueller, PharmD, FCCP
1:50-2:10 Training and Retaining Nurses in the ICU: The ECCO Approach
Deborah Ann Snyder, RN, MSN, CCRN
2:10-2:30 Nursing Standards and Competency Assessment for Extracorporeal Techniques
Ian Baldwin, RN, MN, ACCCN
2:30-2:50 The Future of Nephrology Nursing Practice: Is the ICU Off Limits?
Rhonda K. Martin, RN, MS, MLT(ASCP)
2:50-3:00 Panel Discussion
Moderator: Patti Graham, RN
Patti Graham, RN
WORKSHOP GROUP 5
1:30-3:00
1:30-3:00 A29 CRRT Systems II
I. Nephros Therapeutics
Nancy Bullard, RN, CNN
Rick DaSilva, RN
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
1:30-3:00 A29 CRRT Systems II
II. NxStage Therapy System
Susan Dirkes, RN, MSA, CCRN
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
1:30-3:00 B30 Anticoagulation 2: Special Techniques Citrate
Timothy E. Bunchman, MD
Andrew Davenport, MD, MA
Noel Gibney, MD
Thomas A. Golper, MD
Ashita Tolwani, MD
David M. Ward, MD, FRCP
Comparison of various techniques for regional citrate anticoagulation including requirements, setup, monitoring and results
1:30-3:00 C31 Fluid Management 2
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
Michael R. Pinsky, MD
Case based discussion of application of techniques for fluid regulation in CRRT
1:30-3:00 D32 Developing, Implementing and Maintaining a CRRT Program
Jorge Cerda, MD, FACP, FASN
Rhonda K. Martin, RN, MS, MLT(ASCP)
Karen Schardin, RN
Practical issues for organization and implementation of a CRRT program. Developing and implementing policies and protocols for CRRT
1:30-3:00 E33 Plasma Exchange Therapy and Hybrid Techniques 2
H. David Humes, MD
Andre A. Kaplan, MD
Shigeto Oda, MD
Case based discussion of practical application of plasma exchange, sorbent based and hybrid therapies for extracorporeal support.
1:30-3:00 F34 Heart Failure and Cardio-renal Syndrome 2
Richard Amerling, MD
Alan Maisel, MD
Emil P. Paganini, MD, FACP, FRCP
James A. Tumlin, MD
Technical considerations, practical application and results of different methods to treat heart failure and cardio-renal syndrome
1:30-3:00 G35 Non-renal Indications for Pediatric CRRT
Patrick D. Brophy, MD, FAAP, FRCPC
Joseph V. DiCarlo, MD
Stuart L. Goldstein, MD
Kevin McBryde, MD
Case based discussion of non-renal indications for CRRT in pediatric patients including inborn errors of metabolism and poisonings
3:00-3:15 Coffee Break
MINI-SYMPOSIA
Surviving Acute Renal Failure in the ICU: Strategies for Success?
3:15-5:30 Co-chair: Patrick M. Honoré, MD
Co-chair: Mark D. Okusa, MD
3:15-3:30 Ischemic Acute Renal Failure: An Inflammatory Disease?
Hamid Rabb, MD, FACP
3:30-3:45 Predicting Outcomes in Critically Ill Patients: Which Markers?
Miet Schetz, MD, PhD
3:45-4:00 Long-term Outcomes From ARF
Fernando Liaño, MD, PhD
4:00-4:15 Sepsis and ARF: Prevalence and Consequences
Raymond C. Vanholder, MD PhD
4:15-4:30 Organ Cross-Talk: Combined Lung & Renal Injury
Hamid Rabb, MD, FACP
4:30-4:45 Timing is Everything: The Case for Early Intervention
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
4:45-5:00 Interventions in ARF - What Has Been Tried?
Patrick T. Murray, MD
5:00-5:30 Panel Discussion
Moderator: Miguel Riella, MD PhD
Miguel C. Riella, MD, PhD
5:30 Adjourn
6:30-10:00 Social Event on the Midway, San Diego Aircraft Carrier Museum

Saturday Morning, March 12


7:00am-5:00pm Registration

Session III: Technique Characteristics

MINI-SYMPOSIA
Challenges and Controversies in CRRT
7:45-10:15 Co-chair: Lei-shi Li, MD, FHKCP
7:45-8:05 Hemodynamic Instability During Different Forms of Dialysis Therapy: Do We Really Know Why?
Lee Henderson, MD
8:05-8:20 Anticoagulation in CRRT: Is Citrate the Anticoagulant of Choice?
Andrew Davenport, MD, MA
8:20-8:35 Bloodstream Infections: Does the Vascular Access Contribute?
Reinhold Deppisch, PhD
8:35-8:50 Nutritional Support in the Critically Ill Patient: How Much is Enough?
Paul E. Marik, MD
8:50-9:05 Bicarbonate-based Fluids for CRRT: The New Standard?
Michael A. Kraus, MD
9:05-9:20 Fluid Balance in CRRT: A predictor of Outcome?
Timothy E. Bunchman, MD
9:20-9:50 Debate: SLED is an Effective and More Desirable Therapy Than CRRT for Renal Replacement in the ICU
Mark R. Marshall, MD, FRACP
Emil P. Paganini, MD, FACP, FRCP
9:50-10:15 Panel Discussion
Thomas Golper, MD
Thomas A. Golper, MD
10:15-10:30 Coffee Break
SPECIAL SESSION
Applications for RRT: What's New?
10:30-12:30 Co-chair: Steven R. Alexander, MD
Co-chair: Ashita Tolwani, MD
10:30-10:50 Coupled Plasma-Filtration Adsorption
Claudio Ronco, MD
10:50-11:10 CRRT for Acute Respiratory Failure Following Bone Marrow Transplant in Pediatric Patients
Joseph V. DiCarlo, MD
11:10-11:30 MARS Treatment for Hepatic Encephalopathy: Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Tarek Hassanein, MD
11:30-11:50 Complications of CRRT: Lessons From Pediatric Patients
Stuart L. Goldstein, MD
11:50-12:10 Minimizing Complications With Dialysis: Recommendations From the ADQI IV Conference
Andrew Davenport, MD, MA
12:10-12:30 Panel Discussion
Moderator: William Clark, MD
William R. Clark, MD
12:30-1:30 Lunch Hosted by Conference

Saturday Afternoon, March 12


Session IV: Future Trends in CRRT

1:30-3:00 Concurrent Workshops and Nursing and Allied Personnel Sessions
Simultaneous Session for Nursing and Allied Personnel
MINI SYMPOSIA
The Year in Review: What You Should Know and Care About
1:30-3:00 Co-chair: Karen Schardin, RN
Co-chair: Deborah Ann Snyder, RN, MSN, CCRN
1:30-1:50 Critical Care Nephrology
Jorge Cerda, MD, FACP, FASN
1:50-2:10 Nursing
Geraldine Biddle, RN, CNN, CPHQ
2:10-2:30 Pharmacotherapeutics
Bruce A. Mueller, PharmD, FCCP
2:30-2:50 Clinical Information Systems
Noel Gibney, MD
2:50-3:00 Panel Discussion
Moderator: Rhonda Martin, RN
Rhonda K. Martin, RN, MS, MLT(ASCP)
WORKSHOP GROUP 6
1:30-3:00
1:30-3:00 A36 CRRT Systems III
I. Gambro Prisma
Stacey L. Johnson
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
1:30-3:00 A36 CRRT Systems III
II. B.Braun Diapact
Tony Annone, CRRT Product Special
Ken Click, CRRT Product Special
Device demonstrations of features, setup, operation, monitoring and discontinuation
1:30-3:00 B37 Solutions for CRRT 2
Neill Adhikari, MD, CM
Linda Awdishu, BSc Pharm
Adriana Berbece, MD
Timothy E. Bunchman, MD
Leasa A Knechtel, RN, BScN, MN, CNCC(c
Michael A. Kraus, MD
Emil P. Paganini, MD, FACP, FRCP
Amy M. Sprague, MD
Ashita Tolwani, MD
Case based discussions of applications of solutions for acid-base and metabolic control, electrolyte and divalent ion homeostasis
1:30-3:00 C38 Therapy Comparisons I: SLED vs. CRRT vs. PD
Richard Amerling, MD
Ian Baldwin, RN, MN, ACCCN
Mark R. Marshall, MD, FRACP
Raymond C. Vanholder, MD PhD
Comparisons of operational characteristics including anticoagulation, membranes, solutions and flows and approaches for ongoing and future research
1:30-3:00 D39 Nutritional Assessment and Support 2
Paul E. Marik, MD
Miguel C. Riella, MD, PhD
Case based discussion of technical and practical considerations for nutritional support with CRRT
1:30-3:00 E40 A Systems-based Approach to CRRT
Geraldine Biddle, RN, CNN, CPHQ
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
Principles of systems based management strategies and their application to CRRT. Approaches to reduce errors in therapy prescription and delivery
1:30-3:00 F41 Hepatic Failure and Hepato-renal Syndrome 2
Barbra Alan, RN, CNN
Tarek Hassanein, MD
Kang H. Lee, MD
Jan Stange, MD
Technical considerations, practical application and results of different methods of hepatic support for patients with hepatic failure and hepatorenal syndrome
1:30-3:00 G42 Controversies in Pediatric CRRT
Steven R. Alexander, MD
Patrick D. Brophy, MD, FAAP, FRCPC
Stuart L. Goldstein, MD
Jordan M. Symons, MD
Pro-con discussions of key areas of controversy in pediatric CRRT including citrate vs heparin; pharmacy-made vs commercial solutions, choice of modality
3:00-3:15 Coffee Break
MINI-SYMPOSIA
Looking to the Future: What Can We Expect?
3:15-5:00
3:15- 3:35 Therapeutic Targets and Interventions for ARF
Mark D. Okusa, MD
3:35-3:55 The Future of CRRT in Developing Countries: Lessons from China
Lei-shi Li, MD, FHKCP
3:55- 4:15 Enhancements in Technology: What's Needed?
Ian Baldwin, RN, MN, ACCCN
4:15- 4:35 Communications Standards for CRRT Machines: The ADQI/IEEE Initiative
Todd Cooper
4:35-5:00 Panel Discussion
Moderator: Andre Kaplan, MD
Andre A. Kaplan, MD
5:00 Closing Remarks
Ravindra L. Mehta, MBBS, MD, FACP
5:05 Adjourn