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When kidney function is compromised there is a need for dialysis treatments in order to filter the toxins from the blood. Dialysis requires access to the blood stream, gained by placing 2 needles in the vein – one drawing blood to the dialysis machine, and the other returning the filtered blood to the blood stream. […]
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AV fistula utilizes the patient’s own blood vessels and is considered to be the safest type of access. While the AVF is less prone to infection than other access methods, the AV fistula requires basic care, in order to allow for optimal health and optimal usage. Proper AV fistula care, through exercising, proper hygiene and […]
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Once kidney function goes below 10-15% of normal function, the blood fills with toxins and fluids, endangering the life of the patient. In order to sustain life, dialysis treatments or a kidney transplant become crucial. The dialysis treatment replaces the kidney’s function by cleaning the blood from toxins and draining excess fluids from the body.
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All You Need to Know About Preparation for Dialysis Treatment
By now you have grown to accept the fact that your kidney function is deteriorating and that at some stage, in the not too distant future, you are going to have to undergo dialysis. You have gone through the various stages of denial and grief, and are now coming to terms with the changes you […]
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