The current kidney care model—focused on late-stage disease and in-center hemodialysis—is unsustainable, because of costs, environmental burden, poor outcomes, and reduced quality of life.

Peritoneal cancer is not the same as intestinal or stomach cancer. And it shouldn't be confused with cancers that spread (metastasize) to the peritoneum. Peritoneal cancer startsin the peritoneum. So, ...

ABSTRACT: Background: Hypokalemia is very common in peritoneal dialysis patients. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of a peritoneal dialysate with a high concentration of potassium ...

Peritoneal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the thin tissue lining the abdomen. Symptoms often appear late and can include abdominal pain, swelling, and feeling full quickly after eating.

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) relies on the insertion of a flexible plastic catheter, which is passed into the peritoneal cavity (space around the abdominal organs) to provide dialysis treatment. This tube ...

For most people, hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are equally effective treatments for end stage renal disease. Factors such as your health, preferences, and the costs may influence your final ...

Peritoneal carcinomatosis is a rare form of cancer affecting the peritoneum, the thin membrane surrounding your abdominal organs. Finding out that you or a loved one has it can be tough, and ...

Piracha, MDSigns of kidney failure include frequent headaches, swelling, and excessive thirst.Diabetes and high blood pressure are significant risk factors for kidney failure.  Treatment of kidney ...

Patients on PD had higher T4 concentrations at baseline; higher FT4 concentration at 12 and 24 months than hemodialysis patients. (HealthDay News) — Patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) have ...

MONDAY, Sept. 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) have significantly higher thyroxine (T4) concentrations than hemodialysis (HD) patients and higher free T4 (FT4) ...

MONDAY, Sept. 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) have significantly higher thyroxine (T4) concentrations than hemodialysis (HD) patients and higher free T4 (FT4) ...