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dialysis

[dahy-al-uh-sis] / daɪˈæl ə sɪs /


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“Sefaxersen may therefore offer a new treatment option to help slow disease progression and potentially reduce the long-term need for dialysis or kidney transplantation,” Roche Chief Medical Officer Levi Garraway said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026

"We watched Riley's situation closely for a couple of days, and he continued to improve, until he was taken off dialysis and life support just a week later."

From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026

Phillips was placed back on dialysis as she awaited a transplant.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026

The process may require multiple appointments over several months while patients continue attending regular dialysis treatments.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 1, 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




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