Peritoneal Dialysis: What You Need to Know

2015-10-05 10:51

Dialysis is a treatment for filtering the blood to remove wastes and fluids in blood when kidney function is lost mostly, less than 85% kidney function left. It is divided into peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis. Here we will introduce peritoneal dialysis for you.

During peritoneal dialysis, Catheter is put in stomach place by surgery. Then sterile cleansing fluids are pumped into belly with catheter. In the end, the blood is filtered, and fluids will get out with catheter.

Pros and cons of peritoneal dialysis

Fluids can be controlled well, and stress on heart and blood vessels can be declined. In addition, peritoneal dialysis is more convenient for patients to do when travelling or working. But for those who are obese, it is difficult for them to make peritoneal dialysis. And peritoneal dialysis need to be done everyday. If patients need to do peritoneal dialysis, it is important for them to find formal and professional hospital and doctors.

Side effects of peritoneal dialysis:

Low blood pressure, muscle cramps, restless leg syndrome, skin problems, fatigue and headache.

Patients with kidney failure should find dialysis which is fit for self. And they can change form of dialysis when starting another one for some time. Talking to your doctors in detail is the key to dialysis. If you have some discomfort, communicate with doctors and nurses to find a way to alleviate discomfort. If you need more information or have any question about dialysis or kidney disease, please leave a message or contact online doctors anytime. Reply will be given very soon.

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