Peritoneal Dialysis Overview

Peritoneal Dialysis Guide

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  • Summary
  • Definition
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  • Other Names
  • How the Test is Performed
  • How the Test will Feel
  • How to Prepare for the Test
  • Risks
  • Why the Test is Performed
  • References
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Definition

Dialysis is a method of removing toxic substances (impurities or wastes) from the blood when the kidneys are unable to do so.


Other Names

Artificial kidneys; Hemodialysis; Peritoneal dialysis; Renal replacement therapy


How the Test is Performed

Dialysis can be performed using several different methods.

PERITONEAL DIALYSIS

Peritoneal dialysis filters waste using the peritoneal membrane inside the abdomen. The abdomen is filled with special solutions that help remove toxins. The solutions remain in the abdomen for a time, and then are drained out. This form of dialysis can be performed at home, but must be done every day.

HEMODIALYSIS


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Encyclopedia: Peritoneal Dialysis

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In medicine, peritoneal dialysis is a method for removing waste such as urea and potassium from the blood, as well as excess fluid, when the kidneys are incapable of this . It is a form of renal dialysis, and is thus a renal replacement therapy. Peritoneal dialysis works on the principle that the peritoneal membrane that surrounds the intestine, can act as a natural semipermeable membrane , and that if...


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Peritoneal dialysis??
Hi, to everyone I am doing research on peritoneal dialysis Can be peritoneal dialysis compared...

Peritoneal dialysis is a simple, convenient and less expensive technique compared to hemodialysis. The patients themselves can change the fluid on an outpatient basis. However, it has few drawbacks. It...

Asked by Stuart C - 8 months ago

which is much better and less infective peritoneal dialysis or kidney transplant?
please add the pros and cons of peritoneal dialysis and kidney transplant..patients undergoing such please...

Peritoneal dialysis requires an implantable catheter into the abdominal cavity. Abdominal fluid is drained, dialyzed, then returned to the abdomen. Cared for properly, the rates of infection are...

Asked by anrevassil - 9 months ago


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