Renal replacement therapy
Ultimately, patients with severe renal failure may need to prepare for renal replacement therapy. When chronic kidney disease is detected, and depending on the progression of the disease, doctors may recommend different options to solve the problem:
Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is the most common management of chronic kidney disease. It is usually performed in the medical center, but hemodialysis may also be performed in the patient’s home. The patient’s bloodstream is connected to a machine that cleans the blood and serves a similar function to the kidneys, taking out waste substances.
