Hemodialysis - Definition, procedure | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Yes. Generally speaking, patients on dialysis are advised to increase their protein intake and limit the amount of potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and fluid in their diet. Patients with diabetes or other health conditions may have additional diet restrictions. Its important to talk with you dietitian about your individual diet needs.

Your dialysis care team will monitor your treatment with monthly lab tests to ensure you get the right amount of dialysis and that you are meeting your dietary goals. For more information on nutrition and hemodialysis, click here[1]. For more information on understanding your lab values click here[2].