Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

Introduction Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic condition characterized by bilateral renal cysts (fluid-filled sacs) and renal enlargement. It is a progressive multisystem illness involving other organs e.g., liver, pancreas, spleen, etc. Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) are two primary types of PKD. Kidney failure can … Read more

Long term complications of chronic kidney disease

Long Term Complications of CKD

There are many complications of chronic kidney disease (CKD). When it does not treat correctly, it may increase morbidity and mortality. Uremic Syndrome Renal Anemia Renal Osteopathy Acid-Base Imbalances Water and Electrolyte Imbalances Cardiovascular Disease Uremic Syndrome Uremia means urine in the blood. It is a type of blood poisoning resulting from the retention of … Read more

Hemodialysis (HD)

Hemodialysis (HD)

What is Hemodialysis (HD)? Hemodialysis (HD) is a type of dialysis which is an effective and the most common artificial blood purification procedure (or renal replacement therapy) used in renal failure to replace the detoxification and excretion function. Hemodialysis removes uremic toxins from blood primarily by the transport mechanism of diffusion. The ultrafiltration method helps … Read more