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End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Learning Center

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End-stage kidney disease is the complete, or almost complete failure of the kidneys to function. The kidneys can no longer remove wastes, concentrate urine, and regulate electrolytes.Renal failure- end stage; Kidney fai...

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Causes
End-stage kidney disease occurs when the kidneys are no longer able to function at a level that is necessary for day-...
Tests
There may be a long history of chronic kidney failure, which has progressed. The urine volume may decrease or urine ...
Treatments
Dialysis or kidney transplantation are the only treatments for ESRD. Your physical condition and other factors deter...
Alternative Therapies
For additional resources, see kidney disease support group.
Prevention
Treatment of chronic kidney failure may delay or prevent progression to ESRD. Some cases may not be preventable.
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number(such as 911) if you develop symptoms of end-stage kidney ...

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