Peritoneal Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis is a medical treatment for people with kidney failure. It uses your body's abdominal lining, called the peritoneum, as a natural filter. A special fluid is introduced into the abdomen through a thin tube, allowing waste and excess fluid to move from the blood into the fluid. After several hours, the fluid, now filled with waste, is drained and replaced with fresh solution. This process can be done at home, allowing for more flexibility in daily life. It helps manage the body's waste and fluid balance when the kidneys can’t function effectively.
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Peritoneal dialysis is a medical treatment for people with kidney failure. It uses the peritoneum, a membrane lining the abdominal cavity, as a filter. A special solution is introduced into the abdomen through a catheter, which absorbs waste and excess fluids from the blood. After a set period, the solution, now containing waste, is drained out and replaced with fresh solution. This process helps clean the blood and maintain a balance of chemicals in the body, allowing patients to manage their condition, often at home, with flexibility in their daily routines.