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Take Steps to Keep Your Heart Healthy on Dialysis

Manage heart health on dialysis with a heart-healthy diet, regular exercise, and medical treatments. Control blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood su...

Treatments and therapies,

Diseases and conditions,

Kidney diseases and conditions,

Cardiovascular disease

Metabolic Syndrome after Kidney Transplantation: Are You at Risk?

Learn about metabolic syndrome after a kidney transplant, its risks, and effective lifestyle changes to manage and prevent this condition for better h...

Treatments and therapies,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Diseases and conditions,

Postoperative care,

Kidney transplantation,

Kidney diseases and conditions

Lithotripsy

Shock wave lithotripsy is a way to break up kidney stones without surgery. High-energy waves break the stones into tiny pieces that can pass in your u...

Treatments and therapies,

Kidney Stone Treatment: Shock Wave Lithotripsy

Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL) is the most common kidney stone treatment in the U.S., using shock waves to break stones into tiny pieces for easier pass...

Treatments and therapies,

Diseases and conditions,

Kidney diseases and conditions,

Anemia and Iron Needs in Dialysis

People on dialysis may have iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss during treatments and a low iron diet. Symptoms include pale skin, low energy, an...

Treatments and therapies,

Diseases and conditions,

Diet and nutrition,

Vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and supplements,

If You Choose Not to Start Dialysis Treatment

How do I discuss this decision with my family and friends? Do I have a choice of where I die? Will I still be covered by Medicare and/or my private me...

Treatments and therapies,

Home Hemodialysis

Being diagnosed with kidney failure can be overwhelming. Learn about treatment options and stay involved in your care decisions to help manage this ch...

Treatments and therapies,

Home hemodialysis

Hemodialysis Catheters: How to Keep Yours Working Well

Hemodialysis catheters help clean your blood when kidneys fail. Learn how to care for your catheter to prevent infections and keep blood flowing well.

Treatments and therapies,

Dialysis access,

Catheters (dialysis access)

Hemodialysis Access

Hemodialysis access is a way to reach the blood for dialysis. Types include fistula, graft, and catheter. Care includes hygiene and checking for probl...

Treatments and therapies,

Dialysis access

Dialysis Myths from Facts

Debunk common dialysis myths: pain, cost, travel, work, and patient control. Learn the facts to manage your treatment and stay informed.

Treatments and therapies,