The Haemodialysis Unit, which operates from 5:30am to 11:00pm (Sunday – Friday), is equipped with 25 dialysis machines. With each machine, a reclining chair and an individual TV are provided in order to make the dialysis period a comfortable one. We provide single-use dialysis treatment, where all consumables, including the artificial kidney (dialyser), are used only once. We also provide dialysis treatment such as Continuous Renal Replacement Treatment (CRRT) for ICU patients who are very ill and need close monitoring. This system provides gentle continuous dialysis therapy (24-27 hours), specially catered for haemodynamically unstable patients requiring ICU care.

We also have our own modern Reverse Osmosis Water system to maintain a high standard of water quality. This ensures that the dilution of the dialysis fluid is done with the same water. Besides, we use a fully automated computerised reprocessing system to ensure the quality of artificial kidney recycling.

Each patient is reviewed every time he or she comes for dialysis. Blood transfusion for those who need it (with renal conditions) is also done at the dialysis unit. Provision is available for emergency dialysis if needed.

Kidney failure occurs because of many reasons. Early detection and treatment can help preserve kidney function. If a person has kidney impairment, careful attention must be given to protein, potassium and water intake. Those who are not on dialysis but have renal failure must also be extremely careful with protein (meat, tofu, beans, fish, chicken, etc.), potassium and water intake.

If you are on a dialysis program, you will need to keep in mind the following tips:

• Long-term kidney failure needs dialysis 2-3 times a week.
• If you feel any nausea or breathlessness, you must call your dialysis nurse or doctor. You may need urgent dialysis.
• Regular blood tests as prescribed by the doctor must be done. Our laboratory offers these tests at very competitive rates.