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Nephrology

Kidney issues are on the rise around the world, with millions of people each year undergoing treatments for kidney injury or chronic kidney disease (CKD). In fact, kidney disease ranks as the 12th leading cause of death globally.

Nephrologists are medical professionals who diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic kidney problems and diseases. They also treat associated issues like high blood pressure, fluid retention, and electrolyte and mineral imbalances. In addition, these specialists are in charge of kidney dialysis treatment — both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis — and kidney transplants and their follow-up care.

The Kidney specialist in chennai are experts in renal health, and they work to identify issues with the kidneys to help  maintain good health. Kidneys are important because they filter the blood to remove waste and toxins, and they monitor and balance the water, acid-base, and mineral ratios in the body. Without proper filtering of the blood and balanced amounts of fluids and nutrients, your body can become an unhealthy environment. Having low-kidney function can put you at risk for chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, or end-stage renal disease, where you require dialysis regularly.

Seeing a nephrologist for your care puts you in the hands of experts who can recommend the best treatment plan. They stay up-to-date on medical advancements for your kidney condition to ensure that you have the most accurate and comprehensive care from the best kidney transplant hospital.

Services Provided

The Nephrology Department diagnoses, treats, and manages kidney-related conditions and electrolyte disorders for the long term. As a team of experts, we provide outpatient and inpatient services for early detection, preventing kidney disease progression, and comprehensive dialysis care.

Outpatient Nephrology Clinics
  • Evaluation of kidney function abnormalities
  • Management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 1–5
  • Monitoring and treatment of hypertension and proteinuria
  • Follow-up of glomerulonephritis, lupus nephritis, and diabetic nephropathy
  • Kidney stone disease and metabolic evaluation
  • Anemia and bone disease management in CKD patients
Inpatient Renal Services
  • Care for patients with acute kidney injury (AKI)
  • Management of fluid and electrolyte imbalances
  • Renal replacement therapy initiation (hemodialysis/peritoneal dialysis)
  • Coordination with the ICU for critically ill renal patients
  • Work-up for systemic diseases affecting the kidneys
Dialysis Services
  • Hemodialysis:
    • Routine and emergency dialysis
    • Vascular access creation and maintenance (in collaboration with surgery)
    • Management of dialysis-related complications
  • Peritoneal Dialysis:
    • CAPD (Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis) and automated options
    • Patient training and long-term support
    • Infection prevention and management (peritonitis care)
Hypertension and Electrolyte Disorders
  • Diagnosis and management of resistant or secondary hypertension
  • Sodium, potassium, calcium, and phosphate balance evaluation
  • Acid-base disturbances (metabolic acidosis/alkalosis)
Kidney Transplant Evaluation & Follow-up
  • Pre-transplant evaluation and patient education
  • Post-transplant immunosuppression monitoring
  • Management of transplant-related complications
  • Collaboration with transplant centers and surgical teams
Preventive Nephrology
  • Early screening for at-risk populations (e.g., diabetics, hypertensives)
  • Lifestyle and dietary counseling for kidney health
  • Patient education on medication safety and nephrotoxic agents
  • CKD prevention strategies
Diagnostic & Support Services
  • Serum creatinine, urea, and electrolyte analysis
  • 24-hour urine collection and spot protein/albumin tests
  • eGFR monitoring and urinalysis
  • Kidney ultrasound and Doppler studies
  • Renal biopsy (in selected cases and settings)

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