Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis
Treatment for acute or chronic kidney failure, with state-of-the-art equipment and trained staff dedicated to improving patients’ quality of life, supported by the expertise of nutritionists and psychologists.
1055-S Camino de Santa Teresa, Héroes de Padierna, 10700 México City.
+52 55 5449 5500
Ext. 3008, 3013, 3014
Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Saturday: 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Hemodialysis is an essential medical procedure for patients with kidney failure, whose kidney function has significantly declined. At Hospital Angeles Pedregal this treatment using a comprehensive approach to preserve patient health, improve their quality of life, and deliver specialized medical care.
This process allows us to externally replace kidney function and remove waste products, salts, and excess fluids from the body. To this end, the hospital features a hemodialysis unit equipped with state-of-the-art technology that ensures safe, comfortable treatments tailored to each individual’s needs.
A multidisciplinary team led by nephrologists, trained nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals evaluates each patient and ensures continuous monitoring during and after treatment. This medical supervision facilitates the timely detection of any clinical changes, allows for dose adjustments, and helps prevent complications associated with kidney disease.
The infrastructure at Hospital Angeles Pedregal been designed to provide comfort throughout the procedure. Our treatment areas offer optimal conditions for hygiene, safety, and privacy, allowing patients to feel calm and confident at all times. We also encourage constant communication with the patient and their family members to facilitate understanding of their health status and strengthen the doctor-patient relationship.
The patient’s overall well-being is one of the core values that guide our institution. Therefore, we not only treat kidney disease but also support each person in their emotional and social well-being. The hemodialysis service at Hospital Angeles Pedregal available to both inpatients and outpatients. This flexibility allows us to adapt treatment to each person’s daily routine, without compromising medical quality and while maintaining continuous coordination with other specialties to offer a more comprehensive clinical approach.
Hemodialysis is a medical procedure used to filter and clean the blood of people whose kidneys are not functioning properly. It is used to treat chronic kidney disease.
A hemodialysis session usually lasts about 3 to 4 hours. However, the duration may vary depending on each patient's needs and condition.
The frequency of hemodialysis sessions depends on the patient's health and the doctor's recommendation. Generally, they are performed 3 to 4 times a week.
Some of the risks and complications associated with hemodialysis may include low blood pressure, infections, blood clots, heart problems, and electrolyte imbalances. However, these risks are monitored and managed by the nurse during the procedure.
Hemodialysis itself is not painful, as it is performed using a machine and a vascular access site. However, some patients may experience minor discomfort when the needles are inserted into the vascular access site.
