Réseau rénal de l’Ontario
These fact sheets explain the 3 vascular access options for hemodialysis. They are meant to supplement the training material you may receive from your clinic. Please speak to your healthcare team if you have questions or concerns.
Also see these fact sheets from the Home Hemodialysis series:
Find a series of fact sheets about how home hemodialysis works and how to do it safely. Available in English and French.
Find a series of fact sheets about which foods to eat when your kidneys are not working well. Available in 8 languages, plus versions for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.
Learn about the 2 main types of dialysis for people with chronic kidney disease: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.