In 2005, the European Renal Association published the European Best Practice Guidelines (EBPG) for Peritoneal Dialysis. 1 The document includes a preface explaining how the process was initiated ...

Peritoneal dialysis (PD ... often as a result of previous surgeries. Laparoscopic Surgery: A minimally invasive surgical technique that uses small incisions and specialized instruments, including ...

What is dialysis access surgery? Dialysis, either hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, is a life-saving procedure that replaces kidney function when the organs fail. In order to be treated with ...

Peritoneal dialysis is performed by surgically placing a special, soft, hollow tube into the lower abdomen near the navel. After the tube is placed, a special solution called dialysate is instilled ...

The solution stays in for 4 to 6 hours (or through the night) before being drained. Peritoneal dialysis might not be a good choice for some people. For example, people who are very overweight or who ...

Changes in Peritoneal Transport and Peritoneal Damage in Japanese Patients Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis Using Neutral-pH Dialysate: A Retrospective Cohort Study at Two Centers.

Placement of catheters for peritoneal dialysis is also offered. Patients with a history of prior abdominal surgery will benefit from our experience with laparoscopic exploration and adhesiolysis.

A technique called tumor debulking, or cytoreductive surgery (CRS), and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) has been shown to be an effective treatment option for certain patients with ...

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Friday announced a significant expansion of its benefits package that covers peritoneal ...

mSPD can be considered in patients on anticoagulation, including full anticoagulation at the time of surgery; those unfit for general anesthetic ... Norvak M, Bender F, Piraino B. Why is peritoneal ...

Transplant surgeons at Beth Israel Deaconess specialize in all types of dialysis access surgery, including: placement of arteriovenous (AV ... catheter placement (tunneling a long silicone tube into ...

Peritoneal washings are typically performed when healthcare providers suspect cancer may be present. It is most commonly used during ovarian cancer surgery. The results from peritoneal washing can ...