Kidney failure Flashcards
1
Q
What are the consequences of kidney failure?
A
Waste substances build up in the blood and you can’t control the levels of ions and water in your body. Eventually results in death.
2
Q
What are the 2 treatments for kidney failure?
A
Dialysis or a kidney transplant.
3
Q
What does a dialysis machine do?
A
It filters the blood for you.
4
Q
What are problems with dialysis?
A
Time consuming
Expensive
May cause blood clots or infections
5
Q
What is a kidney transplant?
A
A surgical procedure where a kidney is donated to a patient. Cheaper than dialysis.
6
Q
What are the problems with a kidney transplant?
A
Could be rejected.
