How are Peritoneal Dialysis and home hemodialysis similar
A Comparison of Peritoneal Dialysis and Home Hemodialysis
| PERITONEAL DIALYSIS | HOME HEMODIALYSIS |
|---|---|
| Mobile dialysis machine | Mobile dialysis machine |
| Highly efficient use of dialysate | Highly efficient use of dialysate |
| Physiologic perfusion of peritoneal membrane | High blood flow |
| 115–140 L lactate buffered dialysate per week. | 100–180 L lactate buffered dialysate per week. |
| 6–7 a doses per week | 5–6 a doses per week |
a Typical frequency prescribed to achieve optimal clearance.
