Ways To Treat Uremia

Peritoneal Dialysis

Peritoneal dialysis is a process in which waste products are removed from your blood, much like hemodialysis. Unlike hemodialysis, however, it does this by inserting a cleansing fluid into the abdomen. There, the fluid can filter waste from the blood. After it has completed this, the fluid flows out of the abdomen and is discarded. Peritoneal dialysis treatments are easier because they can be completed from home, at work, or even while you are traveling. This makes it an option for some but not all, as it is necessary for you to have the skill to do it yourself or the ability to rely on a caregiver. Other benefits of this treatment include greater flexibility in your dietary guidelines as well as more stable blood chemistry—due to the continuous nature of the treatment—and body hydration.

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