Renal Replacemnt Therapy

Question 1

What are the advantages of peritoneal dialysis?

Answer 1

Better QOL

Good for pt with residual native renal function

Question 2

What are the disadvantages of peritoneal dialysis?

Answer 2

Pt need to be. Able to manage technical aspects of dialysis
Unsuitable for pt with stoma/prior surgery
Risk of infection
Complications: drainage issues, malposition, leaks, herniae

Question 3

What are the advantages of haemodialysis?

Answer 3

Efficient form of dialysis

Plenty of support from staff

Question 4

What are the disadvantages/complications of haemodialysis?

Answer 4

Infections
Haemodynamic instability 
Reactions to dialysers
Haematomas/risk of bleeding
Muscle cramps
Superior vena cava obstruction from central lines