Question 1

what is the process of decloting an av fistula for dialysis patients?

Accepted Answer

Two methods : There are two methods: mechanical or chemical. Occasionally both methods are used. In general, the doctor accesses the av graft or fistula with a needle and places a tube into the graft. He then uses wires and catheters to cross the clot and inject clot busting meds. There are devices he can use that also break up clot. Or, he can open the graft and use special balloons to pull clot out.

Question 2

dad got a eeg results- can someone explain? he had e. coli toxic blood - hes doing plasma dialysis the mild background slowing is consistent with a mild encephalopathy which may be se en in the setting of a toxic, metabolic or degenerative process?

Accepted Answer

: A mild encephalopathy with mild slowing like you describe on the EEG can be seen with the type of illness your dad is having. This ought to get better as his illness improves. Stimulating his brain with games and puzzles, for example, can be helpful in promoting brain recovery. There is no specific medicine that will help this-just treating the underlying infection and any other lab abnormalities.

Question 3

is there anything i should be doing right now to assist me in preparation for dialysis when the time comes? (the do's and don't s ). thank you.

Accepted Answer

Dialysis preparation: You should have a good idea of what type of dialysis you want, either hemodialysis (hd) or peritoneal dialysis (pd). Each has its advantages and disadvantages. Once you and your nephrologist have decided, have a av fistula created for hd or implant a peritoneal catheter for pd. The best thing you can do is to start dialysis without a central vein catheter. Speak to your nephrologist about this.

Question 4

what is dialysis?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning of blood: There are two main types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Both types filter your blood to rid your body of harmful wastes, extra salt and water. Hemodialysis does that with a machine. Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of your abdomen, called the peritoneal membrane, to filter your blood.

Question 5

how is dialysis performed?

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Dialysis: Dialysis can be done through the blood (hemodialysis) or through the abdomen (peritoneal dialysis). Hemodialysis involves passing the blood across and filter to purify it / remove toxins and remove water. Peritoneal dialysis takes advantage of the membrane within the abdomen to act as a filter. In either case toxins are removed from the blood stream.

Question 6

what exactly will dialysis do?

Accepted Answer

Clean blood: Dialysis removes waste products from the blood and extra fluids to replace the function of the kidneys and prolong life. Without it death is usually eminent in a few months more or less. The quality of life on dialysis is less than that with functioning kidneys due to substantial fatigue and other medical problems and medications.

Question 7

how old is to old for dialysis?

Accepted Answer

You never too old: You are never too old for dialysis in usa.
I don't know in other countries.

Question 8

can i have children on dialysis?

Accepted Answer

Less likely: Fertility is significantly decreased in patients on dialysis, but it is still possible to have children.  If you become pregnant, however, your likelihood of a successful pregnancy are much lower.  If it is not your intention to become pregnant, make sure that you are using some form of birth control.

Question 9

what exactly does dialysis mean?

Accepted Answer

Filter: Dialysis does the work of kidneys, acts like kidney filter. Removes the extra fluid and wastes, toxins that accumulate in the body.

Question 10

when is it time to to stop dialysis?

Accepted Answer

Complex question: Assuming that you mean withdrawing dialysis permanently and allowing death. When the patient cannot benefit from the treatment. We prefer to not prolong life in the face of brain death, severe disability, untreatable cancer etc. Each case must be evaluated and decided individually. Decisions should be made with familys and pts who vary widely in acceptance of  withdrawal.

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