FAQs
Find below, some answers to questions you might have. If you can't find answers to your question, feel free to contact us.
Can I contract an infection on the dialysis machine?
Sahel Health Dialysis centers operate to international clinical standards. This includes Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures which significantly reduce the risk of contracting infections.
Will I be conscious during dialysis?
Yes, patients receiving standard dailysis treatment are concious during treatment.
Do you have walk-in dialysis services?
You should always contact our dailysis centers to confirm admission and also share the relevant medical treatment documents before your arrival at our centers.
Once I go on dialysis will it restore my kidney?
The kidney functions maybe restored following hemodialysis treatment for Acute Kidney Injury (AKI). However, for a diagnosis of End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) requiring chronic hemodialysis treatment the kidney functions will not recover.
How long does a hemodialysis session last?
Our standard hemodialysis session runs for 4 hours, or as prescribed by your Nephrologist.
Do you admit patients?
The Sahel Dialysis centers operate as out-patient health facilities. Our current facilities are hosted in larger private hospitals allowing our patients to access in-patient care related to their kidney diesase or other comorbidities.
How much does consultation cost with a Nephrologist?
You may reach out to us on 0540127012, 0531019994 or 054012071 to confirm the details.
Does Sahel offer home dialysis services?
Yes we do offer home dialysis services. This service is provided in the comfort of your home where we install a dialysis machine, water treatment equipment and other medical equipment. A dialysis nurse is assigned to visit your home to perform the precribed dialysis treatment on schedule basis.
For more informtation, you may reach out to us on 0540127012, 0531019994 or 054012071 to confirm the details.
What Is Dialysis?
Dialysis is a life-sustaining treatment for patients with kidney failure. Dialysis replaces the functions of the kidney by removing excess waste and fluids from the body.
How many times do I need dialysis in a week?
The standard precription for chronic hemodialysis treatment is three (3) times a week. Based on affordability and comfort a patient may choose to have dialysis treatment on a daily basis as is done for home dialysis in many developed countries. For patients with some residual kidney function the prescription could be two (2) times a week to preserve the residual functions.
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