Challenges and possible solutions to peritoneal dialysis use in Nigeria

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Peritoneal dialysis is a form of renal replacement therapy that is both effective and relatively affordable. Peritoneal dialysis (PD) was first used in Nigeria as a treatment option for renal failure. Its use was first reported in Nigeria in 1969 and became more widespread in the 80s and 90s. Haemodialysis, which is capital intensive to set up and requires infrastructures and facilities such as electricity, intense water consumption and buildings, seems to have upstaged peritoneal dialysis both in demand and supply.

Keywords

• peritoneal dialysis
• challenges
• solutions
• nigeria