is a type of dialysis used for patients with kidney failure, offering an alternative to hemodialysis. It’s commonly performed at home and involves the peritoneum, a thin membrane lining the abdominal cavity, which acts as a natural filter for blood purification.<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/p>
Types of Peritoneal Dialysis:<\/b><\/p>Intermittent Peritoneal Dialysis (IPD)<\/b><\/p>Overview:<\/b> IPD is used for short-term dialysis in emergencies, children, or initial ESKD treatment. It involves inserting a catheter into the abdomen and infusing dialysate fluid into the peritoneal space. This fluid absorbs waste and excess fluids, which are then drained and replaced multiple times a day.<\/span><\/p><\/li>Duration:<\/b> IPD lasts 24-36 hours, with around 30-40 litres of dialysate used. It\u2019s repeated every 1-3 days depending on patient needs.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)<\/b><\/p>Overview:<\/b> CAPD is a home-based dialysis method where the patient performs dialysis without a machine. It involves a permanent catheter and a three-step process: filling, dwelling, and draining.<\/span><\/p><\/li>Process:<\/b><\/p>Fill:<\/b> Dialysate fluid is infused into the abdomen through a catheter.<\/span><\/p><\/li>Dwell:<\/b> The fluid remains in the abdominal cavity for 4-6 hours during the day and 6-8 hours at night, allowing waste removal.<\/span><\/p><\/li>Drain:<\/b> The used fluid is drained and replaced with a fresh solution. This process is repeated 3-5 times daily, with one overnight exchange.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li>Automated Peritoneal Dialysis (APD) or Continuous Cycling Peritoneal Dialysis (CCPD)<\/b><\/p>Overview:<\/b> APD, or CCPD, uses a machine to automate fluid exchanges at night while the patient sleeps. This method typically involves 4-5 exchanges and takes 8-10 hours.<\/span><\/p><\/li>Advantages:<\/b> Allows daytime freedom and reduces the risk of infections compared to manual CAPD.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t