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What kind of dialysis is better?

Which type of dialysis is best?

Hemodialysis in a clinic, hemodialysis at home, and peritoneal dialysis are the three basic methods of dialysis. Each type has benefits and drawbacks. It’s critical to keep in mind that, even after selecting a certain form of dialysis, there is always have the choice to switch, preventing from feeling “locked in” to any particular type of dialysis. To choose which is best, make sure to educate about each type and consult a healthcare practitioner. Also examine some of the advantages and disadvantages of the various types of dialysis using the charts below.

Dialysis Methods – Peritoneal Dialysis:

Peritoneal dialysis is a type of dialysis in which fluid and dissolved substances are exchanged with the blood via the peritoneum in the patient’s abdomen. It is used in patients with kidney failure to remove excess fluid, correct electrolyte imbalances, and remove toxins.

Peritoneal Dialysis – Benefits:

• According to research, Parkinson’s disease patients live longer lives.

• Increased mobility and flexibility

• Easier travel

• Increased mobility and flexibility

• No need for a machine

• Fewer fluid and dietary restrictions

• No need for needles

• No need for a machine

• No need for a machine

• Can serve as a bridge to kidney transplantation

• Can serve as a bridge to kidney transplantation

• Although PD occurs every day, it takes less time than visiting a centre (when you consider travelling to and from the center, waiting, recovery time).

Peritoneal Dialysis – Disadvantages:

• Must be done every day; no days off

• Catheter may have an impact on body image

• Swimming and bathing may be restricted.

• The presence of glucose (sugar) in dialysis fluid may result in weight gain.

• Diabetes can make blood glucose control more difficult.

• Home storage space is required for supplies and fluid.

• The catheter may become infected.

Dialysis Methods – Home Hemodialysis:

Home hemodialysis (HHD) is a type of hemodialysis that is performed at home. Blood flows from the patient’s vascular access through a dialysis machine during home hemodialysis. The dialysis machine cleans the blood of extra waste and fluids before returning it to the body.

Home Hemodialysis – Benefits:

• Studies show that having dialysis at home 5-7 times per week results in significantly better outcomes in every way, including longer life and survival.

• You and your dialysis partner learn to perform treatments without the assistance of in-center staff.

• Dialysis is performed in the privacy of your own home.

• No need to travel to a dialysis centre.

• Greater flexibility in scheduling dialysis at a convenient time of day.

• A greater sense of control from being self-sufficient and performing treatment yourself.

Home Hemodialysis – Disadvantages:

• While on dialysis, you must be accompanied by a dialysis partner.

• You and your dialysis partner must both take time off work or from your regular routine to attend training.

• A space in your home must be set aside for the machine, water system (if necessary), and supplies.

• Special electrical and plumbing requirements may be required.

• There are no medical professionals on hand to monitor treatment or respond to urgent questions (although you can call the centre at any time and go to the centre periodically to be checked).

Dialysis Methods – In-Center Hemodialysis:

In-center hemodialysis is when a patient receives hemodialysis treatments at a dialysis centre. Hemodialysis is a treatment that filters wastes and extra fluid from the blood when the kidneys are no longer able to do so.

In-Center Hemodialysis Advantages:

• All aspects of treatment are performed by trained personnel. (You might be able to do some of the work yourself, such as inserting the needles.)

• Because others are dialyzing at the same time, friendship and camaraderie may form.

In-Center Hemodialysis Disadvantages:

• Treatment days and times are determined by the centre.

• You must visit the centre at least three times per week.

• Because other people are having dialysis at the same time, you have less privacy.

• Family members are unable to accompany you during treatment.

• There may be restrictions on what you can eat and drink while on dialysis.