Hemodialysis Center

Hemodialysis Center
The Hemodialysis Center at Vibhavadi Hospital provides dialytic therapy to patients with acute renal failure or end stage renal disease (ESRD). The Hemodialysis Center at Vibhavadi Hospital consists of 7 patient stations and is accredited by the ISO 2000 and The Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).

Hemodialysis Center
The Hemodialysis Center at Vibhavadi Hospital provides dialytic therapy to patients with acute renal failure or end stage renal disease (ESRD). The Hemodialysis Center at Vibhavadi Hospital consists of 8 patient stations and is accredited by the ISO 2000 and The Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).

The unit is open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. And on Tuesday, thursday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.(except Sundays), offering 2 shifts per day and is located on the 11th floor of Vibhavadi Hospital.

The new Hemodialysis Center is designed to provide a supportive and comfortable environment with individual TV monitors and accommodations for a visiting family member or friend.

The Hemodialysis Center’s outstanding interdisciplinary team of health professionals work closely with patients and their families throughout the duration of the disease and dialysis. The Hemodialysis Center trains patients in continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) while hospitalized acute renal failure patients are treated by a variety of techniques ranging from standard intermittent hemodialysis to continuous modalities. Plamapheresis and Hemoperfusion methods are also performed at the center.  Single patient machines include brands such as Fresenius, Baxter, and Bellco. Transient dialysis for visitors/vacationers are also welcome.

Over the past years, the Dialysis Center has continued to grow.  The unit continually strives to improve its quality indicators so that patients' outcomes are successful.

Definition of Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is a procedure that cleans and filters your blood. It rids your body of toxic renal wastes, and excessive fluids, and keeps the proper balance of electrolyte such as potassium, sodium, and chloride.

How it Works
Hemodialysis uses a special filter called a dialyzer or artificial kidney to clean your blood. The dialyzer connects to a machine. During the treatment, blood travels to and from the dialyzer through blood lines.The dialyzer filters out the waste products and extra fluids and the clean blood is then returned to the body.

Getting Ready
Before your first treatment, an access to your bloodstream must be made. The access provides a way for blood to be carried from your body to the dialysis machine and then back into your body. The access can be internal (inside the body -- usually under your skin) or external (outside the body).

The Time it Takes
Hemodialysis usually is done three times a week. Each treatment lasts from 3 to 4 hours. During treatment, you can read, write, sleep, talk, or watch TV.

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