End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
What is End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
End-stage renal failure, also known as end-stage renal disease (ESRD), is the final, permanent stage of chronic kidney disease, where kidney function has declined to the point that the kidneys can no longer function on their own.
What is the most common cause of end stage renal disease (ESRD)?
Kidney failure is the last (most severe) stage of chronic kidney disease. This is why kidney failure is also called end-stage renal disease, or ESRD for short. Diabetes is the most common cause of ESRD. High blood pressure is the second most common cause of ESRD.
Is End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) curable?
There is no cure for ESRD, but many people live long lives while on dialysis or after having a kidney transplant.
What are the treatment options for end stage renal disease (ESRD)?
There are only two treatments for ESRD: dialysis and kidney transplant. Dialysis treatment uses a machine to filter waste and extra water from your blood, attempting to replace many important functions of your kidney.
How long can you live with end stage kidney failure?
Average life expectancy on dialysis is 5-10 years, however, many patients have lived well on dialysis for 20 or even 30 years. Talk to your healthcare team about how to take care of yourself and stay healthy on dialysis.
ESRD Health Solutions
WCRx Clinic will advise and teach you how to take care of yourself and stay healthy while dealing with ESRD.
The WCRx healthcare team will provide comprehensive care, including medical management, dialysis and Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM). Our team works closely with specialists and hospitals to develop individualized care plans that meet your medical needs.
"We are fully engaged with you during ESRD!"
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