Dialysis

Dialysis replaces kidney function in patients with end-stage renal disease by filtering waste products and excess fluids from the blood.

Hospital Stay

Outpatient (3x/week)

Recovery

Ongoing treatment

Cost Range

₹6,000 – ₹15,000 per month

Dialysis: Supporting Kidney Function

Dialysis is life-sustaining treatment for patients whose kidneys have lost most of their filtering ability (End-Stage Renal Disease, ESRD) or are acutely failing.

Types of Dialysis

Haemodialysis (HD)

Blood is pumped from the patient’s body through an external dialysis machine with a specialised filter (dialyser), then returned clean.

Frequency: Typically 3 sessions/week, 3–5 hours each
Access: Arteriovenous fistula (AV fistula) — surgically created connection in the arm — is the preferred access
Setting: Usually at a dialysis centre; home haemodialysis available at select centres

Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)

The peritoneal membrane lining the abdomen acts as the filter. Dialysis fluid is infused into the abdomen, dwells for several hours absorbing waste, then drained.

CAPD (Continuous Ambulatory PD): Manual exchanges 4x/day; patient is mobile
APD (Automated PD): Machine performs exchanges overnight while sleeping

Careforyou Dialysis Assistance

We help patients:

Find accredited dialysis centres near them
Arrange guest dialysis slots while travelling
Connect with transplant coordinators for transplant evaluation
Navigate government scheme reimbursement (PMRSSM / Ayushman Bharat)

FAQ

Dialysis — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis?

Haemodialysis filters blood through an external machine, typically 3 times a week for 4 hours per session at a dialysis centre. Peritoneal dialysis (PD) uses the peritoneal membrane in the abdomen as a natural filter — fluid is exchanged at home, offering more flexibility.

Can dialysis patients travel?

Yes, with planning. Careforyou can help arrange dialysis slots at partner centres in different cities or countries for travelling patients.

Is kidney transplant better than dialysis?

For eligible patients, kidney transplant offers better quality of life and longer survival than long-term dialysis. However, many patients on dialysis are not immediately eligible for transplant and may wait years.