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Peritoneal Dialysis
The information here
is given as a guide only and patients are advised to seek further information
from their own doctor.
Infection is a BIG risk
Reduce the risk of infection by
using clean procedures
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Wash hands fastidiously for two minutes and dry with clean paper
towel. |
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Carefully wipe clean the surface you use to do your CAPD. If the first
wipe is slightly dry use two. |
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Carefully follow the instructions for your exchange
procedure |
You will become ill if infection occurs in the
Peritoneum. The infection is called Peritonitis.
When you drain out the
waste fluid it should be clear.
Signs of infection are
:-
Hazy or
cloudy fluid
You may feel sick or vomit
You may have severe
stomach pains
If you have an infection you
must
Phone the Hospital straight away,
Day or Night
You
must come to the Renal Unit even if you feel well!
The infection WILL NOT GO
AWAY without treatment.
Early Treatment will
:-
Lessen the
damage to the Peritoneum
Lessen the risk of having to stay in
hospital
Will make you feel better more quickly
You
will be given a course of treatment with antibiotics and advice on how to
proceed.
Be aware of possible problems causing infection
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Fluid will leak out if your line is split. This is caused by wear and
tear and may not be visable. You may see 'beads' of fluid and the line may feel
damp. |
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Line contamination can be caused by touching or dropping the end of
the line. |
Take extra care during your
exchange.
What to do if the above
happens.
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Do not continue to use. Tighten twist-clamp and use a new
Minicap. |
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Telephone the Renal Unit. If it happens during the night wait until
morning |
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You will need to visit the Renal Unit in order to change the line and
to be given antibiotics. |
Please click on the links below for further
CAPD info.
Introduction to CAPD | Weight
& Fluid Balance | General
Info |
