This is unpublished
A Guide to Conservative Kidney Management
Treating Kidney Disease Without Dialysis
Authors: Susan P.Y. Wong, MD, MS, and Taryn Oestreich, MPH, MCHES
Funding was generously provided by the: National Palliative Care Research Center
This Guide is for People with Kidney Disease Who:
- Want to learn about a treatment program that does not involve dialysis
- Need help deciding among treatments for kidney disease
- Cannot receive or do not want a kidney transplant
This Guide may also be helpful for caregivers and loved ones who support you and are involved in your care
This Guide Describes:
- What kidney disease is and its effects
- What conservative kidney management is and what to expect
- The pros and cons of dialysis and conservative kidney management
- What happens if you change your mind about your treatment choice
- What to think about as you decide about your treatment options
- What others say about conservative kidney management
This Guide is a first step to understanding conservative kidney management. Talk with your health care provider for more details about your kidney disease, what you can do about it, and your treatment options.