Why is peritoneal dialysis used?
Peritoneal dialysis (per-ih-toe-NEE-ul die-AL-uh-sis) is a way to remove waste products from your blood when your kidneys can’t adequately do the job any longer. This procedure filters the blood in a different way than does the more common blood-filtering procedure called hemodialysis.
Is dialysis becoming more common?
The population of patients receiving dialysis continues to grow rapidly, especially in LMICs, as a result of an increase in the availability of dialysis, population ageing, increased prevalence of hypertension and diabetes mellitus, and toxic environmental exposures.
How effective is peritoneal dialysis?
Results: Most of our patients received effective dialysis treatment, thanks to the modulation of number, volume, and timing of exchanges. Conclusion: Adequate dialysis improved blood count, nutritional status, and quality of life in our patients, while reducing the incidence of infection to a significant degree.
Why does PD dialysis hurt?
First, it is largely a complication of cycler PD. Contemporary cyclers use hydraulic suction rather than gravity to drain dialysate and drain pain is thought by some to be caused by the consequent application of negative pressure to the very sensitive parietal peritoneum toward the end of each drain cycle.
How long does a peritoneal dialysis catheter last?
When you do PD, your transfer sets will need to be changed every 6 months. This is a sterile procedure. It can be done in the clinic, or you can learn to do it at home yourself.
Can you swim if you are on peritoneal dialysis?
Swimming is recommended in either sea water or private swimming pools. The PD catheter and exit site should be covered with either a clear waterproof dressing or colostomy bag. Routine exit-site care should be performed after swimming. Infections were rarely reported in those who swim.
Do you gain weight on peritoneal dialysis?
Over time, many people gain unwanted weight on peritoneal dialysis. The dialysis fluid used for exchanges contains a sugar called dextrose. Solutions that contain more dextrose help to remove extra fluid from your blood. However, dextrose is an extra source of calories for the body and can lead to unwanted weight gain.
Can a hot tub hurt your kidneys?
A hot tub or spa is not harmful to anyone with chronic kidney disease as long as you stay well hydrated during the treatment. Dehydration in the spa or hot tub could lead to a temporary decrease in kidney function.