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Is renal dialysis the same as haemodialysis?

I have several different sources. One mentions peritoneal dialysis and renal dialysis, whereas the others mention peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis. The descriptions of renal and haemodialysis are slightly different which is why I'm confused.

Is renal dialysis the same as haemodialysis?

Thanks!
Original post by JustJusty
I have several different sources. One mentions peritoneal dialysis and renal dialysis, whereas the others mention peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis. The descriptions of renal and haemodialysis are slightly different which is why I'm confused.

Is renal dialysis the same as haemodialysis?

Thanks!


Haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are both types of renal dialysis. :smile:
Original post by thegodofgod
Haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are both types of renal dialysis. :smile:

That makes sense, thanks!

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