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Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (capd), prioritized for your recovery.
CONSULT A SPECIALISTContinuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)
Understanding Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)
Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is a home-based dialysis treatment that uses the abdominal lining to continuously remove waste products and excess fluids from the body.
Unlike machine-based dialysis, CAPD allows patients to perform dialysis manually several times daily while continuing many normal activities. This therapy provides an alternative to hemodialysis for selected patients with kidney failure.
Introduction
Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is a home-based dialysis treatment that uses the abdominal lining to continuously remove waste products and excess fluids from the body.
Unlike machine-based dialysis, CAPD allows patients to perform dialysis manually several times daily while continuing many normal activities. This therapy provides an alternative to hemodialysis for selected patients with kidney failure.
Common Symptoms
- End-stage kidney disease
- Need for long-term dialysis
- Fluid overload
- Fatigue and weakness
- Elevated waste products in blood
Treatment Options
- Perform exchanges using sterile technique
- Monitor catheter site daily
- Attend regular dialysis assessments
- Follow fluid and diet recommendations
- Report abdominal pain or cloudy fluid immediately
Recovery & Outlook
CAPD offers effective long-term kidney replacement therapy with increased flexibility and independence. With proper training and monitoring, many patients maintain stable health and improved daily functioning.
