Dialysis in Intensive Care Units

Dialysis is a medical procedure used in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) to help patients whose kidneys are unable to filter waste products and excess fluids from their blood. It mimics the natural function of healthy kidneys, removing harmful substances and balancing electrolytes. This treatment is crucial for patients with kidney failure, severe illness, or certain poisoning cases. There are two main types: hemodialysis, which uses a machine to clean the blood, and peritoneal dialysis, which uses the lining of the abdominal cavity. Dialysis can be a life-saving intervention, providing support while the kidneys heal or until a transplant can be arranged.