Dialysis
<B>Dialysis:</B> The process of cleansing the blood by passing it through a special machine.
Dialysis is necessary when the kidneys are not able to filter the blood.
Dialysis allows patients with kidney failure a chance to live productive lives.
There are two types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
Each type of dialysis has advantages and disadvantages.
Patients can often choose the type of long term dialysis that best matches their needs.