Dialysis
Dialysis is a procedure to remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys stop working properly. It often involves diverting blood to a machine to be cleaned.
Who need dialysis?
- Dialysis may be required for those with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. Kidney injury can result from accidents and diseases like diabetes, lupus, high blood pressure, and others.
Kidney issues can appear in certain persons for unknown reasons. Kidney failure can develop gradually over time or quickly (acutely) as a result of a serious illness or accident. As you heal, this kind of renal failure might go away.
Kidney disease progresses via five stages. End-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure is what medical professionals refer to as stage 5 kidney disease. The kidneys are currently performing 10% to 15% of their usual duties. To stay alive, you might require dialysis or a kidney transplant.
