209. Fluid Matters- A Practical Dive into Peritoneal Dialysis

This episode of "The Intern At Work" titled "Fluid Matters: A Practical Dive into Peritoneal Dialysis," provides a detailed overview of peritoneal dialysis for medical professionals. It begins by highlighting the limitations of in-center hemodialysis and positions peritoneal dialysis as an alternative. The podcast explains the physiology behind the process, detailing how dialysate cleanses the body when the kidneys fail. It covers essential safety measures and potential complications related to the catheter, dialysate, and peritoneum itself, including catheter leaks and obstructions, infections, weight gain, high glucose levels, insufficient ultrafiltration, hydrothorax, encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis, and peritonitis. The episode also touches on the use of peritoneal dialysis in acute kidney injury scenarios, particularly in disaster situations, while noting its limitations.