Haemodialysis (Noun)
Meaning
Dialysis of the blood to remove toxic substances or metabolic wastes from the bloodstream; used in the case of kidney failure.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The patient was put on haemodialysis due to complete kidney failure resulting from a severe medical condition.
- A common schedule for haemodialysis is three times a week for several hours at a time, but this may vary depending on the patient.
- Haemodialysis plays a vital role in prolonging a patient's life while they wait for a kidney transplant.
- At the start of haemodialysis treatment, the doctor inserts a small tube called a fistula into the patient's arm to allow for the removal of blood.
- The frequency and duration of haemodialysis sessions can have a significant impact on the patient's overall quality of life and health outcomes.