Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis, affecting an estimated 3.9% of US adults. It is associated with high serum uric acid (UA) in the blood forming monosodium urate (MSU) crystals. These crystals deposit in and around the joints, causing flares of swelling, pain, and redness in joints. In addition to several other comorbidities, gout has been linked to the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Hemodialysis (HD) is a ERSD treatment that filters waste and water from the blood, fulfilling the role of healthy kidneys.

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