Our Dialysis Treatment Options
Yorkville Dialysis Center offers two options for kidney treatment: Peritoneal Dialysis and outpatient Hemodialysis. If you’re unsure which option is best for you or your loved one, our team is here to help you make the right choice.
Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
Peritoneal Dialysis is an easy and convenient way to manage your treatment from the comfort of your home. Some key benefits include:
- You can take your dialysis machine with you anywhere, making travel easier.
- You can choose a treatment schedule that fits your life—most people do it while they sleep.
- You won’t need any needles for your treatment.
- You’ll have more freedom to engage in your daily activities.
- There are fewer food restrictions, allowing you to enjoy a wider variety of meals.
- Our supportive team is always available to provide education and support.
- Speak Spanish? A registered nurse fluent in Spanish is available for assistance.
To learn more, please schedule an appointment with our Home Department Registered Nurse by calling 630.553.6952.
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Outpatient Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is a treatment done outside of a hospital, typically three times a week for four hours. It’s performed by a team that includes a registered nurse, a practical nurse, and a hemodialysis technician.
During the procedure, a machine called a dialyzer filters the blood to remove waste products and excess fluids, helping to balance chemicals in the body. Access to the blood is usually made through a small connection in the arm or a temporary tube in the chest.