Dialysis

Dialysis is a treatment that helps remove waste products and excess fluid from the body when the kidneys cannot perform these functions adequately. It may be recommended for people with advanced kidney disease or certain other medical conditions, based on assessment by a kidney specialist.

The treatment plan depends on the patient’s condition, test results, symptoms and the type of dialysis prescribed.

The treating team explains the recommended treatment, the access required and the planned schedule. In haemodialysis, blood passes through a specialised filter in a dialysis machine before being returned to the body. Treatment is supervised by the clinical team, with monitoring during the session.

The duration and frequency of treatment vary by patient. Other forms of dialysis, such as peritoneal dialysis, work differently and should only be described as available at Matis Hospitals if the hospital confirms that the service is provided.