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Step by Step Guide for Living Kidney Donors [English] Permalink Public
There are many reasons why a transplant from a living donor may be the best option for a patient. Transplant outcomes are generally better with kidneys from living donors than for kidneys from deceased donors. With careful planning, a patient can avoid the need for dialysis and go straight to transplant from a living donor. (English)
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Placing a Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter [English] Permalink Public
Describes how to care for yourself after a peritoneal dialysis catheter has been put in place either in the Peritoneal Dialysis Unit or the Operating Room. (English) Colour
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267488Summer Heat Safety for Seniors and People with Medical Conditions [English] Permalink Public
Explains how extreme heat can affect your health and why, what you can do to stay safe, and the signs of heat illness to watch for. Also includes ways that family and care partners can support those who are most vulnerable. Also available in a larger text size for those with vision challenges. (#267482). (English) Colour
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267483Kidney Transplant From a Living Donor [English] Permalink Public
If you have kidney disease that will lead to kidney failure, a kidney transplant might be the best treatment for you. Finding a living donor at an early stage of your kidney disease may allow you to avoid dialysis completely. This resource explains the steps before a kidney transplant process. (English)
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