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Creating An Alliance for Home Dialysis
There is a movement in the United States to help educate people and public officials of the benefits of home dialysis. Dr. Leslie Wong is Vice President of Clinical Affairs of Satellite and on the Steering Committee of Alliance for Home Dialysis. He discusses with Lori the issues that can prevent people from having this treatment option made available to them. Have you been offered peritoneal or home hemodialysis as treatment options? Tune in and get informed.
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Sleep Apnea and Kidney Disease
Article by John J. Sim, MD
Sleep apnea (SA) is a serious condition that is particularly important for patients with kidney disease to identify and understand. Complications include hypertension, heart attacks, strokes, and even sudden death. Just as importantly, SA affects individuals on a daily basis, causing fatigue, headaches, depression, and overall diminished executive functioning, which can lead to strains on interpersonal relationships and loss of productivity in daily endeavors.
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