Dialysis Compact
The kidney - a nearly irreplaceable organ!
The human kidneys are small, biological marvels with a fascinating design that fulfill a vital function. The failure or inability of the twin organs to function over a significant period can be life-threatening. Treating kidney patients only recently became a success story as hemodialysis became routine in the 1960s. Now, with the help of technical perfection, dialysis guarantees a certain quality of life and longer life expectancy for an increasing number of kidney patients. On the following pages we will explain the most important terms and information on the subjects of kidneys, diseases and dialysis, and answer the most important questions in a clear, concise manner. Here you will find explanations to questions including: what function do the kidneys perform, what causes chronic renal failure and which treatment alternatives exist? In addition, we will give an insight into how dialysis functions.
- What do healthy kidneys accomplish?
- What causes kidney disease?
- What effects does kidney disease have?
- What are the goals in treating kidney failure?
- What opportunities exist for renal replacement therapy?
- Hemodialysis
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Kidney transplants
- How can metabolic toxins be removed from the body?
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