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When Should A Kidney Dialysis Be Started After An Infection ?
My father is a diabetic patient since 15 years . Now his kidney also affected . Creatinine Ievel is 5.1 and urea is 90. Kidney size reduced to 88& 89 cm. The doctor said the kidney almost 75% not working . Kindly advice , do we need to start dialysis ? If yes when? Is it risky procedure? And how long the life expectancy except?
Wed, 18 Jan 2012
Hi,
Thanks for query,
Your father is now to under go for dialysis.
You consult Nephrologist for information and investigations.
It is not risky procedure.
With frequent dialysis expectancy of life is good.
Ok and bye.
Thanks for query,
Your father is now to under go for dialysis.
You consult Nephrologist for information and investigations.
It is not risky procedure.
With frequent dialysis expectancy of life is good.
Ok and bye.
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The need for Dialysis does not depend on the level of Urea or Creatinine alone. It has to be an overall assessment of the patient. Someone with 4 creatinine may require dialysis while another with 7 may not. It has to be an individualised decision - your Nephrologist should be the best person to decide. Risks of starting dialysis are low if started at the right time.
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