Hemodialysis Department : Scope of Services, Specialized Services
Service and treatment
Hemodialysis service for patients with chronic renal failure- Hemodialysis service for patients with acute renal failure and critically-ill patients
- Plasmapheresis service
- Hemoperfusion
- AV (arteriovenous) fistula surgery in preparation for hemodialysis
- Special vascular access solution in preparation for hemodialysis
- Self-care information for hemodialysis patients
- Information on foods and medications for kidney disease patients
- Measure of kidney function
- Treatment and consultation service regarding kidney failure by nephrologists
- Immunosuppressive drugs measurement service
- Hemodialysis for inpatients and ICU patients
- Arteriovenous (AV) fistula or temporary tube insertion for hemodialysis
- Kidney transplant
- Assessment and consultation by dietitians
Examination room and medical equipment
- Every single room for hemodialysis patients is fully equipped with facilities, including adjustable electric bed.
- Fresenius hemodialysis machine 5008 model with full options is the most advanced hemodialysis machine at present. The imported machine checks fluid level and controls temperature during hemodialysis to ensure the safety of patients.
- Ultrapure reverse osmosis water with heat sterilization for hemodialysis is designed to conserve environment and maintain the patients’ safety in accordance with the global standard of the Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).
- International standard infection control system in Hemodialysis Department
- High potential medical team: Nephrologists, registered nurses passing hemodialysis patient nursing course, and nurses specialized in hemodialysis according to the standards of the Medical Council of Thailand and Thailand Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Facilities
- Twelve beds with quality standard hemodialysis machines. The dialysis efficiency is directly assessed during the hemodialysis process. Standardized fluid shift system. All beds are equipped with facilities, TV and on call system for emergency.
- Special rooms for patients who want more privacy. The rooms have a separate air-conditioner and ventilation system.
