Michael A. Kraus, MD
Professor of Clinical Medicine
Clinical Coordinator, Division of Nephrology
Medical Director, Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD), Hemodialysis and Acute Dialysis Units
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Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana |
Dr. Michael Kraus is considered a world leader in Home dialysis therapies and renal replacement therapy in the Intensive Care Unit. His research recently has focused on short daily home hemodialysis therapy, particularly exploring the benefits of therapies and looking at ways to improve this novel therapy. He is a local leader in placement of peritoneal dialysis catheters and renal biopsy.
Research Interests:
- Home Dialysis Devices
- Nocturnal Dialysis
- Renal Assist Device
- Vascular Access
- Studies involving new treatments for patients with renal disease and bone failure
Clinical Interests:
- Home Dialysis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Dialysis Access Problems
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Acute Renal Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertension
- Glomerulonephritis
