Hemodialysis in ESRD

Hemodialysis / Peritoneal Dialysis in End-Stage Renal Disease

Caring for Your Kidneys, Restoring Your Health

Caring for Your Kidneys,

End-stage renal Disease is the last stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD), where the kidneys are no longer able to function effectively enough to meet the body’s needs.

Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis are life-sustaining treatments for patients with ESRD. These treatments help to perform the kidney’s essential functions, such as removing waste products and excess fluids from the blood, managing electrolyte balance, and maintaining healthy blood pressure.

Symptoms

Patients with ESRD may experience various symptoms as the kidney’s function declines. Common symptoms include

Persistent fatigue and weakness

Shortness of Breath

Persistent fatigue and weakness

Shortness of Breath

Changes in urination patterns

Persistent itching

Causes

Several underlying conditions can lead to ESRD, including

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Diabetes Mellitus
One of the leading causes, as high blood sugar levels can damage kidney tissues.
Hypertension
Increased pressure can harm kidney blood vessels and reduce their filtering capacity.
Glomerulonephritis
Inflammation of the kidney's filtering units (glomeruli) can cause irreversible damage.

Risk Factors

Several factors increase the risk of developing ESRD:

Family History
A family history of kidney disease increases susceptibility.
Older Age
Kidney function generally declines with age, making ESRD more likely in older adults.
smoking
Smoking
Smoking can contribute to both high blood pressure and kidney disease.

Treatments

When ESRD is reached, the kidneys can no longer perform their necessary functions, making dialysis or kidney transplant essential for survival

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In hemodialysis, an external machine filters blood outside of the body. Blood is drawn through a vascular access point, filtered to remove waste and extra fluids, and then returned to the body. Hemodialysis is typically performed at a medical facility three times per week, with each session lasting several hours.

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This method involves using the peritoneal membrane (the lining of the abdomen) as a natural filter. A dialysis solution is introduced into the abdominal cavity via a catheter, and waste products and excess fluids are drawn into this solution, which is then drained.

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