dialysis

[dahy-al-uh-sis] / daɪˈæl ə sɪs /

NOUN

separation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

departure disengagement dissolution divorce estrangement partition segregation split

STRONG

break detachment disconnection disjunction dissociation disunion division divorcement embarkation farewell gap parting rift rupture severance

WEAK

dedomiciling disrelation leave-taking parting of the ways pffft split-up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

connection juncture marriage union

STRONG

agreement association attachment closing closure combination greeting hello

WEAK

togetherness

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There is no treatment; doctors can offer only supportive care, such as hydration, artificial respiration or dialysis.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

For people living with CKD, even modest slowing of kidney decline could potentially delay dialysis and improve quality of life.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

The kidney dialysis company topped first-quarter earnings and revenue estimates while also hiking full-year guidance.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The CDC recommends supportive care to treat symptoms that could include oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, antiviral medications and even dialysis.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Her kidneys shrank to the size of raisins, and although I wanted what was best for her, I naturally assumed the vet was joking when he suggested dialysis.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

dialysis

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