Progressing Through CKD and Preparing for Treatment
Dialysis Treatment Options
Dialysis treatments remove waste, toxins, and excess fluid when kidneys can no longer do the job. In this video, you'll discover how different treatment options work, and what daily life can look like with each one.
Key takeaways:
- Dialysis needs to be done regularly—work with your nephrologist to choose a treatment option that fits into your life.
- Starting with home peritoneal dialysis (PD) allows you to keep any remaining kidney function for as long as possible.
- Home hemodialysis (HHD) is another home dialysis treatment option that can be done with or without a care partner.
- If home dialysis isn't the right fit, you can receive treatment at a dialysis center on a set schedule.
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