Reasons for Kidney Dialysis
When your doctor informs you that you need the Kidney Dialysis procedure performed it can be scary. Learn exactly what the procedure involves, the reasons it needs to be performed and what the next steps could be.
Alternate Names for Kidney Dialysis:
Dialysis
Learn
- Overview
- What It Is
- Reasons For
- Complications
- What to Expect
- Results
- When to Call a Doctor
Why Kidney Dialysis is Performed
Alternate Names for Kidney Dialysis:
Dialysis
Reasons for Procedure
The main functions of hemodialysis are to:
- Remove waste and excess fluid from your blood
- Control blood pressure
- Keep a safe level of salts in the body, such as potassium, sodium, and chloride
It may also be done to remove toxins from the bloodstream quickly. This can be used in cases of poisoning or drug overdose.
Learn
 What to Expect Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards. |
 Results What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results. |
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