Question 1

how safe is a central venus catheter for hemodialysis?

Accepted Answer

Fairly safe: When access by peripheral vessels is not possible CVP catheter access is routinely used, and fairly safe. Yes in few cases will have manageable complications. Speak to your doctor.

Question 2

hi doctors! can you help me figure out which hemodialysis catheter to purchase?

Accepted Answer

Tough question: If you're referring to permanent catheters they all function pretty well. Price is certainly an issue and sizes as well. You need to be able to place them in different sites (left or right). I've used a bunch of different brands and I have not found one to better than the others for flow rates or infection resistance.

Question 3

husband has chest hemodialysis catheter and went swimming last night without waterproof bandage over exit site. is this ok?

Accepted Answer

No: Since the site is not waterproof, it is not generally ok.  However he might be lucky enough to not have water entering the unsealed area. However if there is any abdominal or chest discomfort, be sure to get him to see his doctor or to an emergency room.

Question 4

can i restart peritoneal dialysis after having removed the catheter due to peritonitis, as i've blood clotting, deep vein issues with heamodialysis ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible to continue pd after treatment for peritonitis.

Question 5

what is hemodialysis?

Accepted Answer

Hemodialysis: When kidneys are no longer able to filter the blood and make urine, this causes toxins to build up in the body along with excess fluid.  Hemodialysis is a therapy that filters waste, removes extra fluid and balances electrolytes. Blood is removed from the body and filtered through a man-made membrane  and then the filtered blood is returned to the body.

Question 6

how is saline hemodialysis performed?

Accepted Answer

Using saline: During hemodialysis heparin is used to prevent clotting in the system at entrance ( arterial end ) when blood returns back ( venous end ) unclothed state . Some times heparin is contraindicated ( like reaction to it etc ) then saline is used continuously or intermittent flush to prevent clotting in extracorporeal system .

Question 7

how much does hemodialysis for patients hurt?

Accepted Answer

Hemodialysis hurting: Once a patient is placed on dialysis, there usually is no pain. Patients may experience some pain when the needles (n) are placed in the vascular access. They may get used to this or have Lidocaine or Ethyl Chloride spray given to numb the n pain. If patients have some cramping, due to too much fluid being taken off, that can be painful. Other than that, patients on dialysis are usually pain free.

Question 8

how are the machines cleaned for hemodialysis?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The hd machines have removable tubes and filters that are only used once. After hemodialysis the tubes and filters that are in contact with blood are thrown out and exchanged for new ones.

Question 9

can baking soda be good for a person on hemodialysis?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Baking soda may have too much salt for a hd patient.

Question 10

why do poeple on hemodialysis die waiting for a kidney?

Accepted Answer

All sorts of reasons: Death can be due to all the reasons everyone dies from, such as heart attacks, strokes, pneumonias, cancers, car accidents, murders, suicides, etc..., as well as their kidney disease worsening to the point that their bodies start to fail them.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Names of hemodialysis catheters

A member asked:

How safe is a central venus catheter for hemodialysis?

A member asked:

Hi doctors! can you help me figure out which hemodialysis catheter to purchase?

A member asked:

Husband has chest hemodialysis catheter and went swimming last night without waterproof bandage over exit site. is this ok?

A member asked:

Can i restart peritoneal dialysis after having removed the catheter due to peritonitis, as i've blood clotting, deep vein issues with heamodialysis ?

A member asked:

What is hemodialysis?

A member asked:

How is saline hemodialysis performed?

A member asked:

How much does hemodialysis for patients hurt?

A member asked:

How are the machines cleaned for hemodialysis?

A member asked:

Can baking soda be good for a person on hemodialysis?

A member asked:

Why do poeple on hemodialysis die waiting for a kidney?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?