Specialty
Nephrology
Nephrology is the medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and management of kidney-related diseases. It includes conditions such as chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury (AKI), electrolyte imbalances, hypertension, and kidney stones. The department provides comprehensive care including dialysis services (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis), preventive nephrology, and transplant evaluation. Focus is on early detection, slowing disease progression, and improving quality of life through advanced treatment and patient-centered care.
Treatments in this specialty
3 procedures supported by Zivanta Care partner hospitals.
Nephrology
Hemodialysis
A procedure that filters waste products and excess fluid from the blood when kidneys cannot function properly.
Duration
4–5 hours per session
Hospital stay
Day-care procedure
Success rate
85–95%
Cost range
$100+
About this treatment
Hemodialysis is a life-saving treatment for patients with severe kidney failure. During the procedure, blood is removed from the body through a vascular access, cleaned using a dialysis machine, and returned to the body. Hemodialysis helps control blood pressure, remove toxins, maintain electrolyte balance, and improve symptoms associated with kidney failure. Treatments are usually performed multiple times per week.
Preparation steps
N/A
Risks and complications
• Low blood pressure • Muscle cramps • Infection at access site • Blood clot formation • Fatigue • Electrolyte imbalance