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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) => Topic started by: Meinuk on November 04, 2010, 11:10:39 AM

Title: Short Educational Videos
Post by: Meinuk on November 04, 2010, 11:10:39 AM
So far, these are my favorites... (ok, I'd rather watch a George Clooney video, but these answer some questions)

Here's the link to an index of all the videos:  http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/index.htm (http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/index.htm)



General
Will I need dialysis? Approach 1 http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/need-dialysis.htm (http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/need-dialysis.htm)
Will I need dialysis? Approach 2
What is dialysis?  http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/what-is-dialysis.htm (http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/what-is-dialysis.htm)
Is a kidney transplant an option?

AV Fistula Placement "I feel fine, why do I need to see a surgeon now?" http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/see-surgeon.htm (http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/providereducation/see-surgeon.htm)
What is a fistula and how does it work?
Why is a fistula the best option?
What happens if I don't have fistula surgery now?
What are the problems with a catheter?
What should I do to prepare for surgery?
How soon after surgery can I use my arm?
Will I have more energy after starting dialysis?