haemodialysis

• Removes waste and excess fluid from the blood using an artificial kidney machine that filters or washes the blood
• Blood is collected from a vein in the arm and passes along a tube that is semi-permeable
• The dialysis solution has no urea so urea passes out the blood
• Treatment is required three times a week each lasting about five hours
• Facilities are widely available
• Trained professionals are with you at all times
• Treatment has a strict diet and fluid limits at all times
• Need to take more medicactions