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Peritoneal dialysis is a way to cleanse the blood to treat kidney failure. It uses the lining of your abdomen, called the peritoneal membrane, and a special solution (dialysate).

The no-scalpel procedure is similar to a traditional vasectomy. But it's done without cuts (incisions) or stitches. And it generally results in faster healing. Read on for details.

The ongoing flow of blood from the heart to the body and back to the heart again is called circulation. Blood vessels carry blood throughout your body. Veins are the vessels that return blood to the heart.

Anemia is a health problem that affects your blood. Normally, the kidneys make a protein called erythropoietin. It tells your body when to make new red blood cells. But if you have kidney disease, your kidneys may not be able to make enough of this protein. You may also not have enough iron in your body. Iron is vital to making red blood cells.

Your body needs plenty of iron to make red blood cells. Because of this, most people who take epoetin alfa (EPO) need extra iron. EPO is the injection that people with kidney disease take to boost their red cells. Iron can be given in pill form or by I.V. Some people receive it both ways.

Learn what to expect in the hospital after you have minimally invasive heart surgery.

After shoulder replacement, you may have more strength and movement in your shoulder and arm and be able to return to many of the activities you enjoy - like golf, swimming, bowling, and gardening.

TPN fluids are given by IV with a pump. Here are some of the basics you need to know about caring for your IV.

Cervical epidural injection is a treatment for certain types of neck pain. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this treatment.