by Rudy Ruchan | Jun 18, 2026 | Chronic Disease
The decision to start dialysis is made when your kidney function drops to around 10-15% of normal capacity, a stage known as End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). This is determined by specific lab results, primarily your estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR), and the...
by Rudy Ruchan | Jun 18, 2026 | Chronic Disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression requires active management to preserve quality of life. The primary treatment options available in South Africa are dialysis, which cleans the blood artificially, and kidney transplantation for suitable candidates. Early...