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Yes, peritoneal dialysis can help remove ascites, which is the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity. The process involves instilling a sterile dialysis solution into the peritoneal cavity, where it absorbs excess fluid, including that in the form of ascites, and then is drained out. However, the effectiveness can vary based on the individual's condition and the underlying cause of the ascites. It is often used as a therapeutic option in patients with kidney failure or liver disease.
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What is an ascites?
An ascites is an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.
When comparing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis it can be said that?
When comparing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, it can be said that
Why are you nauseous with peritoneal dialysis?
"Handbook of Peritoneal Dialysis".....available on Amazon.com is a good reference
What are the difference between peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis?
hemodialysis takes longer than peritoneal dialysis
What are two types of dialysis?
There are two methods of dialysis in use: hemodialysis (blood dialysis) and peritoneal dialysis (dialysis in the abdominal cavity). In hemodialysis, the dialysis membrane is made up of cellophane or other synthetic material that assists in the removal of impurities from the blood by their passage through these semipermeable membranes in a fluid bath. In peritoneal dialysis, the surface area of the peritoneum acts as the membrane. Dialysis fluid is introduced into the peritoneal cavity and then periodically removed along with the waste products. This procedure may be done at intervals throughout the day or during the night.
Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity is known as?
ascites
What is the medical term meaning filtering and removal of body waste from the blood through the lining of the peritoneal cavity?
Peritoneal dialysis (PD)Peritoneal Dialysis, in case of impairment in kidney function
Which is the bag of dialysis in man?
The bag of dialysis in humans refers to the peritoneal cavity, which is used in peritoneal dialysis. In this process, a sterile dialysis solution is introduced into the peritoneal cavity through a catheter, allowing waste products and excess fluids to be filtered from the blood via the peritoneal membrane. This method serves as an alternative to hemodialysis, where blood is filtered outside the body through a machine.
What is ascites?
Ascites is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal space. Fluid enters the peritoneal space from the blood because of local hypertension (high blood pressure) or an osmotic imbalance in the plasma ( low plasma protein).
How peritoneal is formed?
peritoneal dialysis work on the same principle except abdomen has a peritoneal cavity, lined by a thin epithelium called as peritoneum. peritoneal cavity is filled with dialysis fluid that enters the body through a catheter. excess water and waste pass through the peritoneum into the dialysis fluid. this process is repeated several times in a day.
What does the medical abbreviation PD mean?
Peritoneal Dialysis
WHAT IS THE CODE FOR PERITONEAL DIALYSIS IN CPT BOOK?
90937
