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If you need hemodialysis access because you have kidney disease, see the experts at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates with offices in Wildomar, Temecula, Hemet, and Corona, California. The skilled general, vascular, and bariatric surgeons offer hemodialysis access to prepare your body for kidney disease treatments. Schedule an evaluation by phone or online today to learn more.
What is hemodialysis?
Hemodialysis is a kidney disease treatment that uses a machine to filter wastes, excess fluids, and salts from your bloodstream, doing the work of your kidneys. Hemodialysis is a treatment for advanced kidney failure. It reduces your risk of medical complications associated with toxin buildup in the blood.
What is hemodialysis access?
Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates offers hemodialysis access, a minor surgery that provides vascular access, an effective way to gain access to your bloodstream. The access point allows blood to travel through tubes to a dialysis machine, which filters your blood before returning clean blood to your body.
Am I a candidate for hemodialysis?
Hemodialysis is a common treatment for people with kidney failure. Your specialist determines if you’re a candidate for hemodialysis or other forms of dialysis based on your diagnosis, kidney function, overall health, and symptoms.
Signs of kidney failure include vomiting, fatigue, swelling, and nausea. Your doctor measures kidney function by completing a physical exam and reviewing the results of blood tests or other diagnostic testing.
Common causes of kidney issues include high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney inflammation, inherited kidney disease, kidney cysts, injuries, and long-term use of certain medications.
What does hemodialysis consist of?
Hemodialysis consists of following a strict dialysis treatment schedule, taking medications regularly, and altering your diet.
Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates provides hemodialysis access by surgically creating a small opening for easy access to your bloodstream. This is a minor procedure, but following your surgeon’s instructions is vital to ensure optimal results.
You might complete hemodialysis three times weekly during 3- to 5-hour sessions. Some people undergo shorter daily hemodialysis treatments. During each session, your provider uses your access point to remove, filter, and return the cleaned blood to your body via a second tube. You can complete hemodialysis in a center nearby or at your home.
Between hemodialysis treatments, it’s important to eat the right foods as instructed by your doctor and take medications as prescribed. See your specialist for routine follow-up visits.
Learn more about hemodialysis and vascular access by calling the Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates office or booking an appointment online today.