Kidney failure is tough to deal with, especially when you have to run in for dialysis appointments several times a week for a few hours at a time. It would be much more convenient to do it from home.
At Metro Renal Associates, our team offers home dialysis to people seeking a convenient way to receive dialysis treatment without leaving home. Our team of three experienced nephrologists provides regular and home dialysis for issues like kidney disease and kidney failure.
Home dialysis is a therapy that allows those with kidney failure to get treatment in the comfort of their own home. It does the same thing as traditional dialysis, without having to go to a treatment center for several hours a day.
Peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis are the two forms of home dialysis. Peritoneal dialysis requires an abdominal catheter through which a dialysis solution is infused and sits for several hours. You then drain the solution.
You can do peritoneal dialysis intermittently throughout the day or overnight while you sleep.
Hemodialysis requires a special machine that removes and filters the blood before returning it to the body. There are several hemodialysis options you can choose from, depending on your schedule and needs.
Not everyone who needs dialysis is a good candidate for home dialysis. It requires a specific commitment, along with a partner, to learn how to perform the procedure and stay safe while doing so.
Home dialysis requires specific criteria for it to suit your needs. We only recommend home dialysis if you meet the following stipulations:
It's important to discuss the pros and cons of home dialysis before making a decision. We offer extensive information on both types of dialysis so you can educate yourself and make the best decision for your needs.
Home dialysis offers several benefits over traditional dialysis, especially for those who want to remain as independent as possible. The following are the significant benefits of home dialysis for people with kidney failure:
Home dialysis offers much more flexibility than traditional treatment. It allows you to work around your work or social schedule and makes travel easier.
Traditional dialysis requires you to go into a treatment center several days a week for several hours at a time. You have to find a ride to and from there, and you can't get anything done.
Home dialysis is much more convenient, because you don't have to leave the comfort of your own home. You can choose when to have the treatment based on your schedule.
Home dialysis, which you do overnight, is much easier on the body than traditional dialysis. It takes less out of you while performing the same treatments as conventional dialysis.
Home dialysis also requires less of a restrictive diet than traditional therapy. Although you still need to watch what you eat, it's much easier to plan meals with home dialysis.
To learn more about our dialysis options, call one of our conveniently located offices in Washington, D.C., and Capitol Heights, Maryland. You can also request a consultation on the website.
