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Laparoscopic Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine, arms at side on armboards
Time : 30-60 min (short)
Blood Loss : Very Low (5-10 ml)
Maintenance Paralytic : Yes

Anesthetic Approaches

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The Surgery

A Peritoneal Dialysis ( PD ) Catheter is placed for dialysis that uses the lining of the abdomen, or belly, to filter your blood inside your body. This catheter permits dialysis fluid to be instilled...

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