Methods of treating kidney failure.

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Jonathan Dushyanthan 11P Methods of treating kidney failure.PictureHow it worksAdvantagesDisadvantagesDialysisIn a dialysis machine, the concentration of dissolved substances in the blood is restored. The
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levels of useful substances (glucose, and minerals ions) in the blood are maintained, while urea and excess salt pass out from the blood into the dialysis fluid. The whole process depends on diffusion. There is no active transport.The primary advantage of dialysis is the extension of life. People whose kidneys no longer work can die within weeks without dialysisYou have to follow a very carefully controlled diet and there are regular, long sessions connected to the dialysis machine. They are very expensive. They can also increase the risk of infection.Kidney TransplantA kidney transplant is the transfer of a healthy kidney ...

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