Home Haemodialysis

Home haemodialysis allows people to have haemodialysis in their own home instead of travelling to a dialysis unit for every treatment.

What this means for patients

For people who are suitable, home haemodialysis can offer more flexibility and reduce time spent travelling to and from hospital or satellite dialysis units. Some people may be able to choose treatment times that fit better around family life, work, rest and other activities.

Training and home set-up

Before treatment starts, patients have education and training, and an area of the home may need to be adapted so specialist dialysis equipment can be installed safely. The renal team will discuss what this involves and whether home haemodialysis is suitable for your circumstances.

Support from the renal team

Home haemodialysis is not suitable for everyone, and your wishes, health needs and home situation will always be considered. People using home haemodialysis are supported by the clinical nursing team through phone support, video calls and home visits.

Patient experience story

You can read more about a local patient experience of home haemodialysis in NHS Grampian’s news story: Life-changing dialysis at home treatment to be offered across NHS Grampian

The purchasing of specialist equipment to make haemodialysis at home possible has been supported by NHS Grampian Charity.