For patients with kidney failure, dialysis is a critical part of care. The kidneys can no longer fully function on their own, and they need help filtering the blood and removing fluids and waste products.

Dialysis is a lifesaving step in kidney disease treatment. When the kidneys no longer filter blood and remove waste and fluids properly, dialysis can take over these functions. Doctors typically prescribe dialysis to patients with kidney failure or end stage renal disease.