Life with dialysis
Tips & Tricks
NUTRITION IN DIALYSIS
NUTRITION IN DIALYSIS
The nutrition of dialysis patients is a critical component of the overall success of treatment. There are many reasons why food intake is reduced, and the result is always the same: the development of complications, a decrease in the quality and duration of life. Proper diet and special nutritional supplements such as Nutricomp Drink Renal can help you overcome nutritional deficiencies, replenish protein and calorie deficienc...
LIFE WITH DIALYSIS
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LIFE WITH DIALYSIS
The nutrition of dialysis patients is a critical component of the overall success of treatment. There are many reasons why food intake is reduced, and the result is always the same: the development of complications, a decrease in the quality and duration of life. Proper diet and special nutritional supplements such as Nutricomp Drink Renal can help you overcome nutritional deficiencies, replenish protein and calorie deficienc...
physical exercise
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physical exercise
Physical activity for patients on dialysis is extremely beneficial. Although, of course, not without restrictions. Experts recommend swimming, walking, exercise bike. The most interesting thing is that there have been studies during which patients exercised on an exercise bike during a hemodialysis procedure. The hypothesis was based on the fact that during exercise, the blood flow rate in the muscles increases, which leads t...
PSYCHOLOGIST'S TIPS FOR DIALYSIS PATIENTS
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PSYCHOLOGIST'S TIPS FOR DIALYSIS PATIENTS
With the loss of kidney function in a person, not only physical health worsens, but also the emotional state. Control of drinking regimen, special diet, lifestyle changes, attachment to the dialysis center, changing plans for the future entail anxiety, anger, irritability and insecurity. These emotions are completely normal for people who experience loss of urinary function.
Hemodialysis catheter and care
Hemodialysis catheter and care
CATHETER FOR HEMODIALYSIS For the most part, a hemodialysis catheter (central venous catheter or venous catheter) is not a permanent solution - it is used for vascular access only until the fistula or prosthesis is ready. The hemodialysis catheter can be used immediately - you will be ready for hemodialysis immediately after implantation. Hemodialysis catheters have a higher risk of blood clotting and infection and...
ARTERIOVENOUS FISTULA FOR HEMODIALYSIS
ARTERIOVENOUS FISTULA FOR HEMODIALYSIS
An arteriovenous fistula is considered the best choice for hemodialysis. It is formed from its own vessels, which ensures optimal blood flow, and also minimizes the risk of infection. To create an arteriovenous fistula, the surgeon connects an artery and vein under the skin of the forearm and or upper arms. Fistula maturation takes 6-8 weeks. This period of time is necessary for the fistula to heal and to change the size a...