Dialysis services provide life-sustaining treatment for individuals with kidney failure whose kidneys can no longer adequately filter waste products and excess fluids from the blood. Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are the two primary types of dialysis, each offering unique approaches to filtering blood and removing toxins. During hemodialysis, blood is circulated through a machine that acts as an artificial kidney, removing waste and excess fluid before returning the purified blood to the body. Peritoneal dialysis involves using the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) as a natural filter by introducing a cleansing solution into the abdominal cavity, which absorbs waste products and is later drained out. Dialysis services are typically provided in specialized clinics or hospitals by trained healthcare professionals, including nephrologists, dialysis nurses, and technicians. Regular dialysis sessions are essential for patients with kidney failure to maintain their overall health and well-being while awaiting a kidney transplant or as a long-term treatment option.
