Question 1

has long does a peritoneal dialysis tube last?

Accepted Answer

Years unless: Infection or mechanical complications like unexpected damage to a catheter may end up causing catheter to be changed.

Question 2

i'm on peritoneal dialysis and would like to know if it's possible to recycle the solution bag?

Accepted Answer

Recycling PD bags: Never a good idea!

Question 3

can someone who is doing peritoneal dialysis have a pet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The main issues would be hygiene and cleanliness. It would probably be a good idea to establish a "pet free zone" in the area where you do your treatments to prevent contamination and infection. Also, don't allow you pet to bite, scratch or otherwise contaminate your catheter.

Question 4

what is the longest you can survive on peritoneal dialysis ?

Accepted Answer

Indefinitely: It is impossible to predict how long any individual may survive most medical conditions, as there is too much variation in tolerance, genetics, associated factors, and the human spirit! i've never seen an "expiration date" on any patient and would question anyone who believes there are specific time frames for survival in any given person with any disease!

Question 5

what diet is recommended to follow with peritoneal dialysis?

Accepted Answer

High Protein diet: Patients lose large amounts of protein during peritoneal dialysis and a high protein diet is recommended.

Question 6

how do you prepare well for a session of peritoneal dialysis?

Accepted Answer

Cleanliness: Clean room, no pets, masks on, gloves on.

Question 7

how much peritoneal dialysis is usually needed for optimal outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The more renal function you have left determines how much pd therapy you need.  When a patient starts pd, if they still make lots of urine and the clearance rate is still reasonable, then you probably need less pd exchanges.  However if you don't make urine and have poor renal function, then you will need much more pd exchanges.

Question 8

what type of dialysis access procedure would be necessary for peritoneal dialysis?

Accepted Answer

PD cath: A peritoneal catheter is introduced in the lower abdomen to allow for introduction of fluids in and out.

Question 9

intermittent peritoneal dialysis cpt code?

Accepted Answer

90945 and 90947: 90945*—dialysis other than hemodialysis (e.g., peritoneal dialysis, hemofiltration, or other continuous renal replacement therapies), with single physician evaluation
90947*—dialysis other than hemodialysis (e.g., peritoneal dialysis, hemofiltration, or other continuous renal replacement therapies) requiring repeated physician evaluations, with or without substantial revision of dialysis prescript.

Question 10

could patient on peritoneal dialysis swim?

Accepted Answer

No: I would strongly advise you against swimming or taking a bath. On the other hand if you cover your catheter exit site with plastic wrap and tape you can take a shower.

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