Home Dialysis 30,000 Treatments Later

Abstract

In eight years, 125 patient-codialyzer teams were trained in home dialysis at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital and carried out almost 30,000 of these treatments at home. Results of this experience confirm the generally recognized usefulness of this proved method of replacing kidney function. However, not all patients with renal failure are suitable candidates for home dialysis. Selection is based on medical need and rehabilitation potential, not on social worthiness or financial status.