Dialysis Care
Dialysis is a treatment that helps remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood.
Dialysis Care
Dialysis is a treatment that helps remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood.
Overview
Dialysis is a treatment that helps remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys cannot perform these functions adequately. It may be required in advanced kidney disease or certain cases of acute kidney injury.
The type and frequency of dialysis depend on the patient’s medical condition, kidney function, and treatment requirements.
1. Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis uses a dialysis machine and a filter to remove waste and excess fluid from the blood. It is commonly performed at a dialysis centre, although home treatment may be suitable for selected patients.
2. Peritoneal Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of the abdomen to filter waste and excess fluid. A special dialysis solution is introduced into the abdominal cavity through a catheter and later drained.
1. Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis uses a dialysis machine and a filter to remove waste and excess fluid from the blood. It is commonly performed at a dialysis centre, although home treatment may be suitable for selected patients.
2. Peritoneal Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of the abdomen to filter waste and excess fluid. A special dialysis solution is introduced into the abdominal cavity through a catheter and later drained.
Common Signs & Symptoms
Dialysis may be recommended when the kidneys are unable to maintain a healthy balance of waste products, fluids, and electrolytes. Your nephrologist may consider dialysis in cases involving:
Advanced chronic kidney disease or kidney failure.
Severe fluid retention that does not respond adequately to treatment.
Dangerous electrolyte imbalances, such as significantly elevated potassium.
A buildup of waste products causing serious symptoms.
Certain cases of acute kidney injury.
Dialysis may be recommended when the kidneys are unable to maintain a healthy balance of waste products, fluids, and electrolytes. Your nephrologist may consider dialysis in cases involving:
Advanced chronic kidney disease or kidney failure.
Severe fluid retention that does not respond adequately to treatment.
Dangerous electrolyte imbalances, such as significantly elevated potassium.
A buildup of waste products causing serious symptoms.
Certain cases of acute kidney injury.
Causes & Risk Factors
Diagnosis & Management
Serum Creatinine Test: Measures creatinine levels in the blood to assess kidney function.
eGFR Test: Estimates how effectively the kidneys filter waste products from the blood.
Blood Urea Test: Helps assess the accumulation of waste products in the bloodstream.
Electrolyte Tests: Evaluate potassium, sodium, and other minerals that the kidneys help regulate.
Urine Tests: Detect protein, blood, and other abnormalities that may indicate kidney damage.
Kidney Ultrasound: Helps assess kidney size, structure, and possible abnormalities when required.
Clinical Assessment: Evaluates symptoms, fluid retention, blood pressure, and overall medical condition.
Causes & Risk Factors
Diagnosis & Management
Serum Creatinine Test: Measures creatinine levels in the blood to assess kidney function.
eGFR Test: Estimates how effectively the kidneys filter waste products from the blood.
Blood Urea Test: Helps assess the accumulation of waste products in the bloodstream.
Electrolyte Tests: Evaluate potassium, sodium, and other minerals that the kidneys help regulate.
Urine Tests: Detect protein, blood, and other abnormalities that may indicate kidney damage.
Kidney Ultrasound: Helps assess kidney size, structure, and possible abnormalities when required.
Clinical Assessment: Evaluates symptoms, fluid retention, blood pressure, and overall medical condition.
Before recommending dialysis, a nephrologist performs a detailed evaluation to understand the extent of kidney damage and assess the patient’s overall health.
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