Peritoneal Dialysis Training

For people who are considering or who have already chosen peritoneal dialysis (PD), these training videos provide a full, step-by-step explanation of the process involved for the two types: continuous ambulatory PD and automated PD.

Please note: Both videos below feature the same introductory segment.


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