What does CFPD mean in UNCLASSIFIED

Continuous flow peritoneal dialysis (CFPD) is a type of dialysis treatment used to help manage kidney failure. It involves using a machine and a sterile liquid, called dialysate, that is infused into the abdominal cavity through a tube implanted in the patient's body.

Some of the benefits of CFPD include being able to perform treatments at home or in a hospital; no need for regular access changes; improved quality of life; reduced risk of infections; and more control over your own schedule and lifestyle compared with hemodialysis treatments.

Generally, those who may benefit from CFPD are people with ESRD who have difficulty maintaining their blood pressure levels during hemodialysis treatments, those who would like more freedom or flexibility when it comes to managing their care, and those who prefer to remain active while still receiving adequate kidney replacement therapy.

It depends on individual needs, but typical treatment times for Continuous Flow Peritoneal Dialysis range from 5-7 hours up to 12-18 hours depending on what type of machine is used and how much fluid exchange is required each day. Typically it will require 4-5 daily exchanges but it may be higher or lower in certain cases.

Some risks associated with CFPD include infection, hernia formation around the catheter site (which may require further surgery), abdominal pain or discomfort due to fluid accumulation around the abdomen (ascites), reduced appetite due to frequent exchanges, dryness and irritation around insertion sites due to dried residual fluids, electrolyte imbalances due to inadequate replenishment between sessions etc. As with any medical intervention there may also be other potential risks that you should discuss with your healthcare provider prior to starting this treatment option.