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Kidney Services
at Logan Hospital
The Department of Kidney Services is a medical specialty concerned with all aspects related to the kidneys and their function. The kidneys are vital organs that filter the bloodstream, clearing waste products and controlling the body’s level of water and chemicals.
Chronic kidney disease is a condition where a person has evidence of kidney damage or reduced kidney function. People with end-stage kidney disease require dialysis or a kidney transplant to stay alive.
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Logan Hospital's renal unit provides all aspects of care for people with kidney conditions except for renal transplantation.
Our services include:
- inpatient care
- chronic kidney disease management
- management of acute kidney injury (including aministration of cytotoxic therapy)
- haemodialysis (acute and chronic)
- peritoneal dialysis
- continuing care of patients who have had renal transplants
- renal biopsy.
We have a multidisciplinary team comprising doctors, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, social workers and psychologists. Our surgical service assists with creation of dialysis access.
Kidney Services at other hospitals and centres
Last updated 7 February 2023
Last reviewed 7 February 2023