Hemodialysis

Procedure description

Hemodialysis is a procedure for cleansing the blood outside the body (extrarenal filtration) using a specialized device. It is employed in 70% of cases for acute and chronic kidney failure.

Under modern conditions, the average life expectancy of individuals on long-term hemodialysis programs exceeds 15 years.

Features of the procedure in leading clinics

A unique feature of advanced clinics is the availability of pediatric “artificial kidney” systems for treating chronic kidney failure (CKD) in young patients. The modern CorDiax dialysis machine is particularly suited for children due to its fine-tuned settings and high sensitivity.

Hemodialysis is most commonly performed in inpatient settings under the supervision of experienced doctors (although home dialysis on modern machines is also possible). The frequency of the procedure depends on the remaining kidney function: on average, hemodialysis for chronic kidney failure is required 2-3 times a week for 3-4 hours per session.

For patients needing hemodialysis who travel to European clinics for treatment of other conditions, the procedure can be continued alongside the primary therapy.