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Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis
Definition:
- A kind of renal replacement therapy that is warranted when the kidneys can no longer
remove wastes, maintain electrolytes, and regulate fluid balance.
Purposes of Hemodialysis
- Removes toxic nitrogenous substances from the blood
- Remove excess water
- Maintain or restore electrolyte levels
- Cleanses the blood of accumulated waste products
Indications:
- Acutely ill patients requiring short-term dialysis
- Over dosage of medications or toxins from blood
- Edema and fluid overload that does not respond to other treatment
- Hepatic coma, hyperkalemia, hypercalcemia, uremic symptoms
- Patients with advanced CKD and ESRD