Kidney Urology Institute and Hospital | Eptiome Hospitals

  General Questions About Dialysis What is dialysis? Dialysis is a medical procedure that removes waste, excess fluid, and toxins from the blood when the kidneys fail to function properly. Why is dialysis needed? Dialysis is required when a person suffers from kidney failure, and the kidneys can no longer perform their natural filtering function. How many types of dialysis are there? There are two main types: Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis. What is hemodialysis? Hemodialysis involves filtering the blood through a machine to remove waste and excess fluids. What is peritoneal dialysis? Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) to filter the blood internally. How often is dialysis needed? Most patients require dialysis three times a week, but the frequency can vary based on individual needs. Is dialysis a lifelong treatment? If kidney function doesn't recover and the patient isn’t a transplant candidate, dialysis becomes a lifelong treatment. Can kidney fun...