Hemodialysis

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Hemodialysis: Expertise from Kidney Specialists and Dialysis Experts

Hemodialysis is one of the modalities for dialysis a life-saving treatment for individuals with kidney failure. As a Kidney specialist and a dialysis experience, Dr. Kosha Patel, Nephrologist provide awareness about this treatment, its benefits, and how patients can manage their health while on hemodialysis.

What is Hemodialysis?

Hemodialysis is a process that filters waste, excess fluids, and toxins from the blood, with the help of machine mimicking the kidney’s natural function. It is primarily used when the patient has permanent kidney failure that is chronic kidney disease or Acute kidney injury that is temporary kidney failure.

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How Does Hemodialysis Work?

During hemodialysis, the patient’s blood is drawn out of the body with the help of machine that filters it through a special membrane, removing toxins and waste. The clean blood is then returned to the body. This process usually takes 3 to 5 hours and is done multiple times a week.

What does one need to consider while on hemodialysis?

  • Dietary Restrictions

    Patients undergoing hemodialysis need to follow a low fluid intake, often a diet which is low in potassium, phosphorus, and sodium, to help manage fluid balance and prevent complications.

  • Fluid Management

    Hemodialysis patients must carefully manage their fluid intake to less than one litre in a day to avoid fluid overload, which can strain the heart and cause accumulation of fluid in the lungs and abdomen.

  • Medication Adherence

    Patients often require medications to control blood pressure, manage electrolytes, increase hemoglobin levels and support bone health.

  • Mental and Emotional Health

    The process of dialysis can be mentally and emotionally challenging. Support from family, friends, and mental health professionals can play a critical role.

  • Regular Monitoring

    Frequent check-ups and lab tests are essential to monitor kidney function, fluid balance, and overall health. These helps adjust dialysis treatments and ensure that other health issues are managed.

Life with Hemodialysis

While dialysis can significantly improve quality of life, it however doesn’t replace the kidneys function entirely. Patients need to maintain a healthy lifestyle, exercise and have dietary restriction while on hemodialysis.

At our clinic, under Dr. Kosha Patel’s guidance, we support dialysis patients with expert care and compassion, helping them stay informed, supported, and live active lives despite kidney failure.

Hemodialysis is a vital treatment that offers hope to individuals with kidney failure. We at our centre provide strong support to our patients and loved ones to make this journey of fighting kidney failure easier for them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hemodialysis is a therapy for individuals with poorly functioning kidneys. Your kidneys typically filter your blood, eliminating waste and excess fluid. If they’re not doing that anymore, hemodialysis does it instead. In plain terms, a machine filters your blood like healthy kidneys would. It removes your blood, filters it through a special machine, and then returns the clean blood to your body.

Hemodialysis uses a machine to draw blood, filter out waste and toxins, and return clean blood to your body.

It is not painful in itself, but:

  • You might feel a small pinch when the needles are inserted into your arm.
  • Some individuals might become tired, dizzy, or cold while on or after dialysis.
  • Side effects vary from body to body, but the treatment is usually manageable for most individuals.

There are 3 basic ways hemodialysis can be performed:

In-Centre Hemodialysis:

  • You visit a dialysis centre or hospital.
  • Typically done 3 times a week for approximately 4 hours at a time.
  • Nurses and doctors are there to assist.

Home Hemodialysis:

  • You dialyze at home.
  • Usually, a family member or caregiver is trained to assist.
  • You might do it more frequently but for less time.

Nocturnal Hemodialysis:

  • It is done while you sleep during the night.
  • Can be performed at home or in a centre.

It’s slower and gentler on the body.

There are three main types of vascular access:

Fistula: A long-term option made by connecting a vein and an artery.

Graft: A synthetic tube connecting an artery to a vein, used when veins are not suitable for a fistula.

Catheter: A temporary option used in emergencies.
Your doctor will choose the best option based on your health needs.

Myth: Dialysis is always painful.
Fact: It’s usually not painful; minor discomfort occurs only during needle insertion.

Myth: Dialysis patients can’t work or travel.
Fact: With planning, many patients lead normal lives.

Myth: Dialysis is a death sentence.
Fact: Dialysis extends and improves the quality of life.

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