Dialysis

Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease. According to the most recent United States Renal Data System report, there are over 400,000 ESRD patients in the US with diabetes. In 2011, almost 49,000 of the new ESRD patients had diabetes as their primary cause of ESRD.

Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) is an independent global not-for-profit organization with a mission to develop, disseminate and implement evidence based clinical practice guidelines. Many guidelines are produced by physician societies, accountable to its members.

Healthcare is full of medical terms and industry-speak that most of us have a hard time understanding. Without knowing the basics, it’s hard to understand how things work. Here are some key terms you should know as you navigate the world of home dialysis. Arteriovenous Fistula (AV fistula)

Why They Are Important, How They Work and How You Can Get Involved Whether it’s through new or improved medicines, medical devices or treatment techniques, people with kidney disease have more options for treatment than ever.

What is Peritoneal Dialysis and How Does it Work Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a treatment option to remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are no longer properly functioning. PD uses your own peritoneum – a natural membrane that covers the abdominal organs and lines the abdominal wall.

For Kanehe, Hawaii resident Peter J. Jones, life took an unexpected turn when he was told his kidneys were failing and he would eventually end up on dialysis. Years of being driven by success, working long hours, and really not taking the time to care about his well-being, finally caught up with him.

The Irene Paredes Story Growing up as a child with a parent in the military, Eileen Paredes has lived all over the world. Born in Hawaii, she’s lived in Japan, Guam, Hawaii, and Florida before settling in California. The mountain terrains in California agreed with her. She enjoys taking hikes, exploring new territory.

The Dialysis Five Star Program is a new, forced ranking rating system developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the agency of the Federal government that oversees providers of dialysis services.

Daily home hemodialysis requires the patient to have a partner to ensure safety and supportive care. The role of the partner is very important in the success for the patient. This is why the first evaluation for treatment approval requires that the partner be interviewed.

Anyone who has been to the doctor or admitted to a hospital has been asked the question “do you have an advance directive?” It is a patient’s right to know about and have advance directives, including a Living Will or Power of Attorney for Health Care Decisions (POA).