Dialysis Survival Rates Explained Life Expectancy and Quality of Life
Helping You Understand Dialysis Survival Rates When someone begins dialysis a natural question is what are the survival rates and how do they relate to life expectancy and quality of life. Survival rates give general information based on large groups of patients but they do not define what will happen for any one person. […]
How Dialysis Affects Life Expectancy A Realistic Look at Your Future
Understanding How Dialysis Affects Life Expectancy Facing dialysis brings many questions about what life might look like in the years ahead. One of the most important concerns for patients and families is how dialysis affects life expectancy. Dialysis does not cure kidney failure but it supports vital body functions and enables many people to continue […]
How to Prepare for Dialysis Fistula Surgery What You Need to Know
If you need long term hemodialysis, your doctor may recommend creating an arteriovenous AV fistula. This is a surgical procedure that connects an artery to a vein, usually in the arm, to provide reliable blood flow for dialysis. Preparing properly for fistula surgery helps ensure the procedure goes smoothly, supports healing, and gives your fistula […]