Plasmapheresis, Nephrology Treatment, Kidney Disorders, Yashoda Hospital Bijapur, Plasma Exchange Therapy, Autoimmune Kidney Diseases
Introduction
Plasmapheresis, or plasma exchange, is a therapeutic procedure used to treat autoimmune and kidney-related disorders. By removing harmful substances from the blood, plasmapheresis can help manage conditions that impact kidney function. At Yashoda Hospital Bijapur, our nephrology department specializes in this advanced therapy to provide relief to patients with complex kidney diseases.
What is Plasmapheresis?
Plasmapheresis involves separating plasma—the liquid portion of blood—from cells and replacing it with donor plasma or a substitute solution. This helps eliminate harmful antibodies, toxins, or immune complexes that contribute to kidney and autoimmune diseases.
Conditions Treated with Plasmapheresis
Goodpasture Syndrome: An autoimmune disorder causing kidney and lung damage.
ANCA-Associated Vasculitis: Inflammation of blood vessels affecting kidneys.
Lupus Nephritis: Kidney involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
Thrombotic Microangiopathies: Conditions like TTP (thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura) that cause blood clots in small vessels.
Rejection in Kidney Transplant: Removes donor-specific antibodies to prevent organ rejection.
How Plasmapheresis Works
Blood is drawn from the patient and passed through a machine.
Plasma is separated from blood cells.
Harmful substances in the plasma are removed.
The remaining blood components are combined with replacement plasma and returned to the patient.
Procedure Details
Duration: Each session lasts 2-4 hours.
Frequency: Depends on the condition; typically, multiple sessions are needed.
Safety: Performed under strict medical supervision with minimal risks.
Benefits of Plasmapheresis
Reduces Disease Severity: Quickly removes harmful substances to stabilize the patient.
Improves Outcomes: Essential in life-threatening conditions like severe lupus or vasculitis.
Complement to Other Therapies: Often used alongside immunosuppressive medications.
Advanced Nephrology Care at Yashoda Hospital
At Yashoda Hospital Bijapur, our nephrology experts are skilled in performing plasmapheresis using state-of-the-art equipment. We ensure patient safety and comfort while delivering high-quality care for complex kidney conditions.
Conclusion
Plasmapheresis is a lifesaving procedure for patients with severe autoimmune and kidney diseases. At Yashoda Hospital Bijapur, we strive to offer cutting-edge treatments like plasmapheresis, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.
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