Dialysis

There are two types of dialysis - haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. In some cases some people with kidney failure choose not to have dialysis treatment.

Vascular access for dialysis

Vascular access is one of the most important—and challenging—aspects of kidney care.

Haemodialysis (HD)

Haemodialysis involves filtering out waste by passing blood through an artificial kidney machine.

Peritoneal dialysis (PD)

Peritoneal dialysis uses a catheter inserted into the abdomen.

Deciding not to have dialysis

If a patient decides not to have dialysis they will still receive support and medical treatment from the ho...

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