COVID-19 Updates

Considerations for Managing Dialysis Residents During the COVID-19 Pandemic
September 23, 2020 1:00 PM EDT

During this webinar, the expert panel of speakers will discuss how on-site dialysis can impact:

• Resident referrals
• Clinical outcomes of dialysis residents with more frequent treatments
• Dialysis resident coordination of care

Jordan Sikora*

Senior Executive Director,

Golden LivingCenters – Willow Springs

Prashanth V. Kumar, MD*

Nephrologist, Medical Director Home Dialysis

Desert Cities Dialysis

Dawn Edwards*

Experienced Dialysis Patient and Advocate

NxStage Medical

*Panel members are paid speakers on behalf of NxStage Medical, Inc.

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We send out a recording after the live event.

NxStage Risks & Responsibilities:

Despite the health benefits that more frequent home hemodialysis may provide to those with chronic kidney disease, this form of therapy is not for everyone. The reported benefits of home hemodialysis may not be experienced by all patients. The NxStage system is a prescription device and, like all medical devices, involves some risks. The risks associated with hemodialysis treatments in any environment include, but are not limited to, high blood pressure, fluid overload, low blood pressure, heart-related issues, and vascular access complications. The medical devices used in hemodialysis therapies may add additional risks including air entering the bloodstream, and blood loss due to clotting or accidental disconnection of the blood tubing set. When vascular access is exposed to more frequent use, infection of the site, and other access related complications may also be potential risks. Patients should consult with their doctor to understand the risks and responsibilities of home and/or more frequent hemodialysis using the NxStage system. Patients and providers are encouraged to contact their state regulators to discuss state-specific regulations that may impact dialysis in the Skilled Nursing Facility setting