Treatments / Procedures:

• Identifying and treating the underlying cause (infection, dehydration, medication adjustments)
• IV fluids and electrolyte management
• Temporary dialysis if needed
• Medications to manage symptoms and prevent complications
• Close monitoring of kidney function

Treatments / Procedures:

• Nephrology: Medications to manage blood pressure, blood sugar, and kidney function; regular lab monitoring
• Nutrition Services: Diet plans tailored to kidney health, including sodium and protein adjustments
• Health Education: CKD self-management and diabetes education programs
• Dialysis & Transplant (if needed): Dialysis for advanced kidney failure and transplant options for eligible patients
• Pediatric or Geriatric Care (when applicable): Age-specific treatment plans for children or older adults, with attention to growth, development, or complex medical needs

Treatments / Procedures:

• Nephrology: Medications to reduce protein in the urine, preserve kidney function, and monitor progression
• Endocrinology: Blood sugar control through insulin or other diabetes medications
• Nutrition Services: Diabetes-friendly, kidney-safe diet planning
• Health Education: Programs for managing diabetes and chronic kidney disease
• Dialysis: May be needed if kidney function becomes severely impaired

Treatments / Procedures:

Dialysis Access Procedures (Performed by Vascular Surgery):

These procedures create and maintain access points needed for dialysis treatment.

• Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula Creation – A surgical connection between an artery and a vein, considered the gold standard for long-term dialysis access.
• Arteriovenous (AV) Graft Placement – A synthetic tube connects an artery and a vein when natural vessels are not suitable for a fistula.
• Dialysis Catheter Placement – A catheter inserted into a central vein for short- or long-term hemodialysis access.

Access Maintenance and Support (Provided by Interventional Nephrology):

Our interventional nephrologists provide specialized procedures to ensure that dialysis access sites remain functional and complication-free.

• Fistula and Graft Evaluation – Imaging and testing to assess access to health and performance.
• Access Site Maintenance and Repair – Minimally invasive procedures to treat clots or narrowing in dialysis access sites.
• Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement – Insertion of a catheter for patients receiving peritoneal dialysis at home.

Transplant-Related Procedures:

These services support evaluation and readiness for kidney transplant:

• Kidney Transplant Evaluation – A series of tests to determine transplant eligibility.
• Living Donor Kidney Transplant – Receiving a kidney from a living donor often offers better outcomes.
• Deceased Donor Kidney Transplant – Transplantation from a deceased donor.
• Pre-Transplant Care – Ongoing medical care to manage kidney function while awaiting a donor.

Treatments:

• Healthy diet and physical activity
• Lowering salt intake
• Medications (if needed)
• Regular blood pressure checks
• Treating any underlying condition (like kidney or heart disease)

Treatments / Procedures:

• Nephrology: Blood pressure management, monitoring kidney function, dialysis in later stages
• Cardiology: Support for heart health and hypertension-related complications
• Primary Care: Long-term blood pressure monitoring and medication adjustment

Treatments / Procedures:

• Drinking more fluids to help pass the stone naturally
• Medications to ease pain and help the stone pass
• Changes to your diet to lower the risk of future stones
• Shock wave therapy to break up larger stones
• Procedures like ureteroscopy or surgery (performed by urologists if needed)
• Medicines to prevent new stones from forming

Treatments / Procedures:

• Blood pressure control to slow disease progression
• Medications to reduce cyst growth (e.g., Tolvaptan)
• Pain management
• Hydration and dietary changes
• Dialysis or kidney transplant in severe cases

Treatments / Procedures:

• Frequent monitoring of kidney function, blood pressure, and urine protein levels
• Coordination with maternal-fetal medicine for high-risk pregnancy care
• Medications to manage blood pressure and reduce protein loss
• Hospital-based care in severe cases of preeclampsia or acute kidney injury
• Dialysis, when needed, to support kidney function during pregnancy
• Postpartum follow-up to assess recovery and long-term kidney health

Treatments / Procedures:

Treatment depends on the underlying cause of recurrence and may include:

Nephrology Care

• Medication to treat or prevent infections
• Blood pressure management to protect kidney function
• Monitoring for signs of kidney damage or declining function
• Preventive strategies for recurrent acute kidney injury

Urology Interventions

• Removal or management of kidney stones
• Imaging studies to detect structural issues or blockages
• Surgery for anatomical abnormalities (e.g., ureteral strictures or obstructions)

Infectious Disease Care

• Antibiotics for urinary tract or kidney infections
• Long-term or prophylactic antibiotic therapy for high-risk patients

Nutrition & Lifestyle Support

• Kidney-friendly diet plans
• Hydration strategies to reduce stone formation
• Education on preventing infection or injury recurrence

Treatments / Procedures:

• Emergency Medicine: IV fluids to flush kidneys
• Nephrology: Dialysis if kidney failure occurs
• Rehabilitation Services: Recovery of muscle strength

Treatments / Procedures:

• Medical weight loss supervised by nephrologists and obesity medicine specialist
• Nutrition counseling tailored for kidney disease and weight loss
• Prescribed medications for weight reduction and metabolic support
• Physical activity plans adjusted for renal health and mobility
• Behavioral health support to address stress and eating habits
• Ongoing monitoring to track BMI, lab results, and transplant readiness
• Coordination with UTMB’s transplant team for timely evaluation