Nephrology
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The Department of Nephrology at Amrita Hospital, Kochi provides comprehensive health care for patients with different types of renal (kidney) diseases. Acute and chronic renal diseases caused by diabetes mellitus, hypertension, stone disease, infections, hereditary illness and poisons are diagnosed and managed.
Phone: 0484 - 6681327, 0484 - 2851327
Email: [email protected]
Highly qualified and experienced physicians look after patients with various types of kidney diseases. The physicians are ably supported by a committed team of nurses, physician assistants, medical social workers and a renal nutritionist.
We believe in delivering healthcare of the highest quality to every individual with compassion at its core. Our philosophy centers around achieving effective treatment solutions that are both economical and accessible, including subsidized outpatient hemodialysis and transplantation services. We are committed to offering world-class multi-organ transplantation and advanced extracorporeal therapies at nominal costs, ensuring comprehensive care for all patients. Additionally, we prioritize comprehensive training to equip our team with the skills necessary for performing high-risk procedures and advancing the field of nephrology.
When blood pressure is too high, it can harm the tiny blood vessels in the kidneys, which are responsible for filtering waste from the blood. This damage can make it difficult for the kidneys to clean the blood properly.
Chronic kidney disease is categorized into stages based on a blood test called glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which indicates kidney function. The stages range from mild kidney damage with normal function to severe kidney failure.
Dialysis is usually necessary when kidney function declines to less than 10-15ml/min and symptoms like shortness of breath, confusion, and nausea occur.
Hemodialysis uses a machine to filter blood outside the body, while peritoneal dialysis cleans blood inside the body using a catheter in the abdomen.
Kidney stones form from deposits of calcium and/or uric acid in the kidneys. Some individuals are more prone to developing kidney stones and may benefit from a metabolic evaluation to determine the underlying causes.
Patients with severe kidney failure often require more than medications and dietary changes. They may need dialysis, a procedure that cleanses the blood by removing toxins. If kidney function drops below 10%, a patient may need lifelong dialysis or a kidney transplant.
The department offers two main types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Hemodialysis uses a machine to filter blood, while peritoneal dialysis involves using a catheter to fill the abdomen with a cleansing solution. Patients with end-stage renal disease can choose between hemodialysis and Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD).
Patients with end-stage renal disease have two main options: kidney transplantation or lifelong dialysis. The department coordinates a comprehensive kidney transplantation program, providing state-of-the-art facilities and postoperative care to ensure patient safety and prompt recovery.
The hemodialysis unit utilizes modern electronic devices to monitor patients continuously, reducing the risk of complications. Dialysis therapists, nephrologists, nurses, and social workers work together to provide comprehensive care, including plasmapheresis for patients with autoimmune diseases.
The department's clinical laboratories and imaging services offer advanced diagnostic tools, including MRI, CT scans, and kidney biopsies. Ultrasonogram-guided kidney biopsies are performed with thin needles, minimizing complications and providing accurate diagnosis for different types of kidney diseases.
1.Serum Creatinine :
2.Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) :
3.Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) :
1.Urinalysis :
2.24-Hour Urine Test :
3.Creatinine Clearance :
4.Microalbuminuria :
1.Ultrasound :
2.CT Scan :
3.Biopsy :
4.Hemodialysis :
5.Kidney Transplant :
