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TABLE OF CONTENTS

When will I need to start
treatment for kidney failure? ........ 5
What does dialysis do
to keep me healthy? ............... 6
How does hemodialysis work? ...... 6
How does the dialyzer
clean my blood? .................. 8
Where is hemodialysis done? ....... 9

How long will each
hemodialysis treatment last? ........ 9
How do I know if I am getting
the right amount of dialysis? ....... 10
Can hemodialysis be done at home? 12

Home hemodialysis versus a center:
Pros ........................... 15
Cons .......................... 16
Can dialysis cure my kidney disease? 17
I have heard I might have to reuse
my dialyzer for each treatment.
Is this safe? ..................... 19

Will I need to follow a special diet? . 19
What insurance coverage
is available for dialysis? ........... 21
Will dialysis change my lifestyle? ... 22
Can people on dialysis travel? ...... 22
Can people on dialysis
continue to work? ................ 23
Understanding your lab values ..... 24

My dialysis care team ............. 26
Where can I get more information? . 26

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