DEPARTMENT OF DIALYSIS

Dr. Yumnam Iboton Singh

MD, Department of Medicine (Dialysis)

Dialysis removes waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are no longer functioning properly.

The main purpose of dialysis is to replace impaired renal function. When your kidneys are damaged, they are no longer able to remove wastes and excess fluid from your bloodstream efficiently. Waste such as nitrogen and creatinine build up in the bloodstream.

Dialysis helps regulate electrolytes. Electrolytes are certain minerals the body needs to function correctly. They are important for our overall health.

Dialysis is the primary procedure used to treat patients in the later stages of chronic kidney disease. However, additional medicine may be needed to replace enzymes and hormones. It is important to follow your health care team’s recommendations regarding treatment.