Dialysis vs Transplant
Choosing between a life-long machine or a surgical transplant is a critical decision for kidney patients.
What is the main risk associated with a kidney transplant?
What is Dialysis vs Transplant?
"Kidney transplant and dialysis are the two primary treatments for end-stage renal disease."
What is the main function of the kidneys in homeostasis?
What happens if body cells lose too much water by osmosis?
Urine is produced by filtration of the blood followed by:
Treatment Trade-offs
Transplant: Permanent solution but high risk of organ rejection.
Dialysis: No surgery required but involves strict diet and time-consuming sessions.
Transplants are cheaper for the NHS in the long run than long-term dialysis.
Immunosuppressant drugs must be taken for life after a transplant to prevent rejection.
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