Kidney Dialysis and Spa Atlanta
Types of Dialysis
Improving Your Quality of Life
We believe that dialysis is about improving your quality of life, and that includes improving the quality of the time you spend with us through personalized quality care and excellent customer service. We’ve designed our dialysis center with your comfort in mind.
Types of Dialysis Treatment Options
There are four primary types of kidney disease treatment you can receive when you experience kidney failure. These include:
01.
Hemodialysis (HD)
02.
Home Hemodialysis (HHD)
03.
Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
04.
Transplantation
Each option poses different benefits and challenges you should consider before committing to treatment. At Peachtree Kidney Health and Dialysis Spa Services, we offer hemodialysis treatment in a comfortable, welcoming clinic environment.
01.
Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is the most common type of dialysis treatment. Hemodialysis sessions are less frequent than peritoneal sessions, though both are ongoing. Typical hemodialysis treatment takes place in a dialysis center, hospital, or other facility. This type of dialysis uses a dialyzer, or an artificial kidney, to remove, filter, and return blood from a patient’s body.
Done on scheduled days in center 3 times weekly
Treatment typically completed during the day
Sessions usually last between 3 and 5 hours
Permanent access is required
Does not require in home dialysis supply storage
Supportive and comfortable environment
Must travel to clinic for treatment
Hemodialysis at Kidney Dialysis and Spa Atlanta
At Kidney Dialysis and Spa Atlanta, we offer hemodialysis services in our clinic with a focus on your comfort and well-being during and beyond treatment.
02.
Home Hemodialysis
The process of home hemodialysis is the same as the process in a clinic, though the duration and frequency tends to vary.
Permanent access required
Dialyze in the privacy and comfort of your own home
Dialyze at the time most convenient for your daily schedule
Shorter dialysis sessions 4 to 7 times each week
Must have caretaker present for duration of treatment
Portable dialysis machine allows for more convenient travel
May have more relaxed diet and fluid restriction
03.
Peritoneal Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis entails the surgical insertion of a catheter into the abdomen to assist the kidneys. This type of dialysis makes use of a dialysate solution, which is a special cleansing liquid consisting of water, salt, and additional components, to help filter blood.
Dialyze in the privacy and comfort of your own home
Permanent tube is placed in abdomen for proper treatment
Dialyze at the most convenient times for your daily schedule, including at night while sleeping. Caregiver or partner assistance not required.
No needle sticks
Requires housing of dialysis supplies
Treatment must be done 4 to 6 times daily for a few hours at a time
Patients may opt to receive PD treatment while asleep
04.
Transplantation
In some cases, patients may require a kidney transplant in order to maintain their health. Transplants are less common than dialysis treatment due to accessibility and availability.
Results are closest to normal kidney function
Requires suitable kidney from deceased or living donor
Extensive test are required to determine if you are a good candidate for procedure
Approval based on patient projected acceptance of organ transplant
Follow up with physician is required post-transplantation
Treatment must be done 4 to 6 times daily for a few hours at a time
The Peachtree Kidney Health and Dialysis Spa Difference
When you visit Peachtree Kidney Health and Dialysis Spa Services of Atlanta for Hemodialysis treatment, you won’t feel just like a number. It is our privilege to serve you, and we want to make your experience at our facility as pleasant and comfortable as possible. We look forward to serving you!