When is the Right Time to Start Dialysis? – A Doctor’s Perspective
Kidneys are vital organs that keep your body in balance by filtering waste and excess fluids. When they stop working properly, patients and families often face one of the toughest questions: “When should dialysis begin?” At Aadhya9 Multispecialty Hospital , one of the best dialysis hospitals in Delhi , our expert nephrologists like Dr. Gaurav Sahai guide patients carefully through this decision, making sure treatment starts at the right time—not too early, not too late. Understanding Dialysis Dialysis is a treatment that performs the work of failed kidneys by cleaning the blood. It can be: Hemodialysis – Performed at a dialysis center in Delhi or hospital. Peritoneal Dialysis – Can be done at home in selected patients. Both are life-saving, but the timing of when to start is extremely important. Medical Guidelines: When to Begin Dialysis Doctors usually consider starting dialysis when: Kidney function drops below 10–15%...