Transplantation is the renal replacement therapy of choice for
children with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) [1]. The most
commonly used modality while awaiting a kidney transplant
is hemodialysis, rather than peritoneal dialysis, according to
the United States Renal Data System [2, 3]. As per European
and North American guidelines for pediatric ESRD, early
planning is recommended if patients are not anticipated to
undergo peritoneal dialysis or receive a transplant within
6 months.