How safe is Peritoneal Dialysis?

Peritoneal dialysis is an effective form of dialysis, has been proven to be as good as hemodialysis. Peritoneal dialysis is not for everyone. People must receive training and be able to perform correctly each of the steps of the treatment. read more

Peritonitis requires 2-3 weeks of therapy and generally involves the use of antibiotics that are added to one of your daily dialysis fluid exchanges. Summary: PD is a safe and effective option for patients with kidney failure who need dialysis. It offers several advantages over in-center hemodialysis and may be the right option for many people. read more

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a form of dialysis that uses the lining of your abdomen to filter waste from your blood. PD is done at home. It gets its name from the lining of your abdomen, which is called the peritoneum. This lining is a membrane that surrounds the space called the peritoneal cavity. read more