When you have kidney failure, also known as an end-stage renal disease (ESRD), you either need dialysis or a kidney transplant to live. Having a kidney transplant can be a life-changing opportunity. You may get a kidney transplant when your kidneys are close to failure before you need to start dialysis. Or you may start dialysis while you wait for a kidney transplant.
If you are looking for information about kidney failure treatment and how kidney transplants work, this concise book is for you. It discusses the following topics:
Treatment for Kidney Failure Options The basics of hemodialysis The pros and cons of in-center dialysis and home hemodialysis Peritoneal dialysis for kidney failure The pros and cons of CAPD and automated peritoneal dialysis Basics about kidney transplant Pros and cons of a kidney transplant Basics about conservative management Pros and cons of conservative management Foods to eat or not eat with kidney failure How to decide which treatment is right for you The process for getting a kidney transplant How you will feel after your transplant How to know if your new kidney is working The possible problems after a kidney transplant The symptoms of transplant rejection The side effects of anti-rejection medicines What to eat or avoid eating with a kidney transplant And much more.
