Peritoneal Dialysis is a gentle, home-based treatment that uses the lining of your abdomen (called the peritoneum) and a special cleansing fluid (dialysate) to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood.

Unlike hemodialysis, PD doesn’t involve needles or a machine at a clinic. Instead, you perform your treatments at home using a small catheter in your abdomen. It’s a process that can fit more easily into your lifestyle, especially for those who are working, studying, traveling, or caring for others.