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My 6yrs old nephew has renal failure, stage 5. if he undergos dialysis, what is the percentage of survival?

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A lot of signs: Usually nausea, vomiting , weight loss , shortness of breath , trembling of hands, palor and mood disorders, problem sleeping are mostly the signs and symptoms of impending renal failure.

Answered 3/14/2014

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Good short term: Long-term dialysis whether hemo-dialysis or peritoneal is not best management for stage 5 renal failure. It will keep him alive, but not cure. Best long-term treatment modality is for a kidney transplant.

Answered 1/29/2014

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