What’s end-stage renal disease?

End stage renal disease (ESRD) is when the kidneys are failing and will never recover, functioning at no more than 10% capacity. It usually doesn’t come on quickly, and patients may live for years with compromised kidneys. Treatment options include hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, or kidney transplantation. Some choose not to treat ESRD due to quality […]

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