End stage renal disease affects 0.8 % in every 1,000 people. Approximately 1 - 1.5 Lacs patients are added newly in every year. Less than 15% of patients are undergoing kidney transplant and very few number of patients are on maintenance hemodialysis. Common causes for end stage renal diseases are chronic glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, chronic interstitial nephritis, hypertensive nephropathy, polycystic kidney disease. Beyond the age of 40 years, diabetic nephropathy becomes the major cause for end stage renal disease all over the world.
To cater to the specialized needs of kidney patients, Action Kidney, Transplant and Dialysis Centre is being established. The department boasts of being a complete cost-effective unit which offers all aspects of kidney care under one roof including electrolyte disturbances, hypertension and the care of those who require renal replacement therapy, including dialysis and renal transplant patients.The newly launched Centre houses 36 dialysis machines, out of which 27 are assigned for patients, which are free from HIV, Hepatitis and related diseases, 9 for the HIV and Hepatitis positive patients. In addition, there are 9 dedicated ICU beds, a separate procedure and recovery room as well an independent waiting area for nearly 50 attendants. Moreover, the patients are offered Wi-Fi services, independent TV and RO purifier facilities.
The Nephrologists at SBAMI will treat kidney disorders including acid-based disorders, electrolyte disorders, nephrolithiasis (kidney stones), hypertension (high blood pressure), acute kidney disease and end-stage renal disease. The specialized Kidney care, Transplant and Dialysis Centre will have all the Nephrological interventions available including the Renal Biopsy, Intermittent Peritoneal Dialysis (IPD), Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) and care before and after Renal Transplant.